What is the cheapest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz?

The cheapest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz is to drive which costs €13 - €19 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz?

The fastest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct train between Idar-Oberstein and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof and arriving at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz?

The distance between Idar-Oberstein and Mainz is 92 km. The road distance is 93.6 km.

How do I travel from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz without a car?

The best way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs €17 - €25.

How long does it take to get from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz?

The train from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Idar-Oberstein to Mainz train from?

Idar-Oberstein to Mainz train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Idar-Oberstein to Mainz train arrive?

Idar-Oberstein to Mainz train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Idar-Oberstein to Mainz is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 1146+ hotels available in Mainz.

Idar-Oberstein to Mainz - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 801 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Idar-Oberstein to Mainz by train, car, or bus

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 Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re3 / ...
1h 12m
€17–25
Drive 93.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Idar-Oberstein to Mainzcar 93.6 km
1h 9m
€13–19
Line 801 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Idar, Berufsb. Schulen to Fischbach-Weierbach, Bfbus 870 / ...
2. Take the train from Fischbach-Weierbach, Bf to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb33
2h 31m

Idar-Oberstein to Mainz by train

210Weekly Trains

1h 12mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.3 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Idar-Oberstein, Germany and Mainz, Germany?

vlexx operates a train from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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