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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Apolda is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Apolda is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Apolda?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Apolda, Busbahnhof via Frankfurt central train station and Jena, Busbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Apolda?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Apolda via Frankfurt and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Mainz to Apolda?

The distance between Mainz and Apolda is 330 km. The road distance is 317.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Apolda without a car is to train via Erfurt which takes 3h 57m and costs €55 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Mainz to Apolda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Apolda bus from?

Mainz to Apolda bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Apolda train from?

Mainz to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Apolda?

The best way to get from Mainz to Apolda is to train via Erfurt which takes 3h 57m and costs €55 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Mainz to Apolda bus arrive?

Mainz to Apolda bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Jena bus station.

Where does the Mainz to Apolda train arrive?

Mainz to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Apolda?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Apolda is 318 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Mainz to Apolda.

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

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Where can I stay near Apolda?

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Train via Erfurt
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain 12 / ...
3h 57m
€60–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Jena bus stationbus N1305 / ...
6h 40m
€26–45
Drive 317.7 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Apoldacar 317.7 km
2h 47m
€46–67
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Apoldatrain
4h 11m
€117–206
Train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Apoldatrain Drf
5h 54m

Mainz to Apolda by train

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Distance: 329.8 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–160 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Jena bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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