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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Alsace is to bus and train which costs €23 - €55 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Alsace is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Alsace?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Alsace. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Scherwiller via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Mainz to Alsace?

The distance between Mainz and Alsace is 259 km. The road distance is 236.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Alsace without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 5h 26m and costs €50 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Mainz to Alsace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Alsace train from?

Mainz to Alsace train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mainz, Römisches Theater station.

Where does the Mainz to Alsace train arrive?

Mainz to Alsace train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Alsace?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Alsace is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Mainz to Alsace.

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

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Where can I stay near Alsace?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Mainz to Alsace by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, HauptbahnhofS5 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhof82 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to ScherwillerTer
5h 26m
€55–97
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to StrasbourgFlixBus N1151
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to SelestatTer
5h 29m
€23–54
Drive 236.9 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Alsace236.9 km
2h 17m
€37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Wissembourg, BahnhofEx
2. Take the train from Wissembourg to StrasbourgTer
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to ScherwillerTer
6h 7m
€38–64

Mainz to Alsace by train

27Weekly Trains

5h 26mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.8 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Mainz, Germany and Alsace, France?

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Scherwiller via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 5h 26m.

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