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 three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg Hbf and arriving at Mainz-Kastel via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Mainz?

The distance between Heidelberg and Mainz is 120 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 1h 37m and costs €22 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Heidelberg to Mainz, including transfers.

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 Hbf station.

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Mainz?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Mainz is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €22 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €16 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 Frankfurt(Main)Hbf 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 bus ticket from Heidelberg to Mainz?

Book your Heidelberg to Mainz bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 414+ 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Heidelberg to Mainz by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Heidelberg Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Mainz-Kasteltrain Rb
1h 37m
€23–57
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Heidelberg to Mainzrideshare 88.8 km
1h 22m
€4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Mainz central train stationbus FlixBus 476
2h 39m
€9–16
Drive 88.3 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Mainzcar 88.3 km
46 min
€13–18

Heidelberg to Mainz by train

41Weekly Trains

1h 37mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.1 km
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a train from Heidelberg Hbf to Mainz-Kastel via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Mainz central train station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €9–16 and the journey takes 2h 39m.

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