What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Mainz?

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Mainz is to rideshare which costs €27 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden to Mainz?

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Mainz is to fly and train which takes 2h 43m and costs €160 - €400.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden central station station and arriving at Mainz central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hbf and arriving at Mainz-Kastel via Frankfurt(Main)Sued and Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Dresden to Mainz?

The distance between Dresden and Mainz is 442 km. The road distance is 488.5 km.

How do I travel from Dresden to Mainz without a car?

The best way to get from Dresden to Mainz without a car is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs €30 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Dresden to Mainz?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Dresden to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Mainz bus from?

Dresden to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dresden central station.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Mainz train from?

Dresden to Mainz train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Dresden Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dresden to Mainz?

The best way to get from Dresden to Mainz is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €210 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Dresden to Mainz bus arrive?

Dresden to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mainz central train station.

Where does the Dresden to Mainz train arrive?

Dresden to Mainz train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Sued station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Mainz is 489 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Dresden to Mainz.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dresden to Mainz?

Book your Dresden to Mainz bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 1181+ hotels available in Mainz.

Can I share a ride from Dresden to Mainz?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dresden and Mainz. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Dresden to Mainz - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Dresden to Mainz by plane, train, bus, night train, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DRS - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Mainz-Kasteltrain
2h 43m
€160–393
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Mainzrideshare 487.5 km
5h 54m
€27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Mainz central train stationbus N1306
6h 55m
€30–60
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Suedtrain Ec
8h 7m
€115–204
Night train
1. Take the night train from Dresden Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Suednighttrain En
8h 7m
€112–201
Drive 488.5 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Mainzcar 488.5 km
4h 8m
€69–99

Dresden to Mainz by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 55mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 442.2 km
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Mainz, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Mainz central train station once daily. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 6h 55m. Alternatively, ÖBB EuroCity operates a train from Dresden Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Sued once daily. Tickets cost €100–190 and the journey takes 6h 33m.

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