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

The cheapest way to get from Kassel to Mainz is to rideshare which costs €11 - €17 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kassel to Mainz is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Kassel and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe and arriving at Mainz-Kastel via Wuerzburg Hbf and Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Kassel to Mainz?

The distance between Kassel and Mainz is 214 km. The road distance is 201.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kassel to Mainz without a car is to bus which takes 3h 31m and costs €17 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Kassel to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Mainz train from?

Kassel to Mainz train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station.

Train or bus from Kassel to Mainz?

The best way to get from Kassel to Mainz is to bus which takes 3h 31m and costs €17 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €130 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Kassel to Mainz train arrive?

Kassel to Mainz train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Kassel to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Mainz is 201 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Kassel to Mainz.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 414+ hotels available in Mainz.

Can I share a ride from Kassel to Mainz?

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

Kassel to Mainz - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kassel to Wiesbaden central train stationbus N1335
3h 31m
€17–30
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kassel to Mainzrideshare 199.1 km
2h 34m
€11–17
Train
1. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Würzburg Hbftrain Nightjet
2. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
5h 13m
€49–121
Drive 201.2 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Mainzcar 201.2 km
1h 46m
€29–41

Kassel to Mainz by bus and train

7Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.9 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Kassel to Wiesbaden central train station once daily. Tickets cost €14–25 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Mainz-Kastel via Wuerzburg Hbf and Frankfurt(Main)Hbf in around 5h 13m.

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