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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Mainz is to fly and bus which costs €90 - €240 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Mainz is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs €90 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Mainz?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Ginsheim-Gustavsburg-Gustavsburg Am Alten Fährhaus via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Mainz, Römisches Theater via Barcelona-Sants, Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Est and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 53m.

How far is it from Madrid to Mainz?

The distance between Madrid and Mainz is 1460 km. The road distance is 1734.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Mainz without a car is to train via Paris which takes 16h 53m and costs €380 - €800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Madrid to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Mainz bus from?

Madrid to Mainz bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Mainz train from?

Madrid to Mainz train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Mainz?

The best way to get from Madrid to Mainz is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs €90 - €270. Alternatively, you can train via Paris, which costs €380 - €800 and takes 16h 53m, you could also bus, which costs €150 - €290 and takes 29h 20m.

Where does the Madrid to Mainz bus arrive?

Madrid to Mainz bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Valladolid station.

Where does the Madrid to Mainz train arrive?

Madrid to Mainz train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Mainz is 1735 km. It takes approximately 17h 15m to drive from Madrid to Mainz.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Mainz?

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Madrid to Mainz - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Madrid to Mainz by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo, TGV), bus, car, train, or train (Renfe, TGV)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Frankfurt
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MAD - FRA
5h 27m
€91–265
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice
4. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain S5 / ...
16h 53m
€389–761
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Frankfurt - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
29h 20m
€157–281
Drive 1,734.8 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Mainzcar 1,734.8 km
17h 15m
€270–390
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MAD - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurttrain
7h 13m
€109–318
Fly to Hahn, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Hahn (HHN)plane MAD - HHN
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt Hahn Airport to Mainz Short-term parking lot Am Schlagbus
8h 55m
€94–232
Train
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Avignon Tgvtrain
2. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Mannheim Hbftrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain S5 / ...
17h 14m
€295–605
Bus via Valladolid
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Valladolidbus ALSA - Mad-Cl-Ast / ...
2. Take the bus from Valladolid to Mainz central train stationbus FlixBus N1151
31h 45m
€135–241

Madrid to Mainz by train and foot

16Weekly Services

16h 53mAverage Duration

€389Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,459.6 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Mainz, Germany?

Lufthansa, Air Europa, and Iberia fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Frankfurt (FRA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Mainz, Römisches Theater via Barcelona-Sants, Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare Du Nord, Paris Est, Mannheim Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 16h 53m.

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