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 45m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Kassel and Mainz?

No, there is no direct bus from Kassel to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Kassel and arriving at Mainz, Münsterplatz via Wiesbaden Mainzer Straße/1.Ring. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

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 Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and arriving at Mainz, Römisches Theater via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Kassel to Mainz?

The distance between Kassel and Mainz is 229 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 train which takes 2h 14m and costs €23 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Kassel to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Mainz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kassel to Mainz train from?

Kassel to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Train or bus from Kassel to Mainz?

The best way to get from Kassel to Mainz is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs €23 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Kassel to Mainz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kassel to Mainz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kassel to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Mainz is 201 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Kassel to Mainz.

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

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Where can I stay near Mainz?

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

There are 6 ways to get from Kassel 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 Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Frankfurt20 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mainz, Römisches TheaterS8
2h 14m
€23–69
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kassel to Mainz199.1 km
2h 34m
€11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kassel to Wiesbaden central train stationN1335
3h 40m
€17–25
Drive 201.2 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Mainz201.2 km
1h 45m
€29–41
Train via Kassel Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to FrankfurtRe30
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mainz, Römisches TheaterS8
3h 4m
€37–56
Bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the bus from Kassel to Frankfurt
4h 47m
€15–31

Kassel to Mainz by train

232Weekly Trains

2h 14mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.3 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Mainz, Römisches Theater via Frankfurt in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kassel to Wiesbaden central train station once daily. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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