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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Mainz is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Mainz is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heidelberg Post Waypoint and arriving at Mainz central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Mainz?

The distance between Heidelberg and Mainz is 87 km. The road distance is 88.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs €16 - €35.

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

The train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof takes 54 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Mainz bus from?

Heidelberg to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heidelberg Post Waypoint station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Mainz train from?

Heidelberg to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Mainz?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Mainz is to train which takes 54 min and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €17 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Mainz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Heidelberg to Mainz train arrive?

Heidelberg to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Mainz is 88 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Heidelberg to Mainz.

How do I get a train ticket from Heidelberg to Mainz?

Book your Heidelberg to Mainz train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Heidelberg to Mainz bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 1124+ hotels available in Mainz.

Can I share a ride from Heidelberg to Mainz?

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

Heidelberg to Mainz - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Heidelberg to Mainz by train, bus, car, tram, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
54 min
€16–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Heidelberg to Mainzrideshare 88.8 km
1h 22m
€4
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg, Hilton Hotel to Frankfurtbus Airport Bus
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain S8
1h 41m
Drive 88.3 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Mainzcar 88.3 km
46 min
€13–18
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Heidelberg, Seegarten to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftram Rnv 5
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain S5 / ...
2h 32m
€18–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Mainz central train stationbus 476
2h 39m
€12–17

Heidelberg to Mainz by train

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54 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.8 km
Duration: 54 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 54 min. Süwex also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Mainz central train station once daily. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 2h 39m.

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