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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Calais is to bus which costs €45 - €85 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Calais is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz to Calais. However, there are services departing from Ginsheim-Gustavsburg-Gustavsburg Am Alten Fährhaus and arriving at Calais via Frankfurt Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Calais. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Calais Ville via Frankfurt, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Mainz to Calais?

The distance between Mainz and Calais is 620 km. The road distance is 562.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Calais without a car is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs €100 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Mainz to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Calais bus from?

Mainz to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt Airport station.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Mainz to Calais?

The best way to get from Mainz to Calais is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs €100 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 12h 34m.

Where does the Mainz to Calais bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Calais train arrive?

Mainz to Calais train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Calais is 563 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Mainz to Calais.

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

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Mainz to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Mainz to Calais by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

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 Frankfurt to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
8h 12m
€104–243
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Calaisbus N280
12h 34m
€45–82
Drive 562.8 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Calaiscar 562.8 km
5h 27m
€88–127
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane FRA - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain
7h 56m
€113–273
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re2
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Bruxelles-Miditrain Nj
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournaitrain Ic / ...
4. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
12h 16m
€118–230

Mainz to Calais by train and foot

57Weekly Services

8h 12mAverage Duration

€104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 620.2 km
Duration: 8h 12m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Calais Ville via Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 8h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt Airport to Calais once daily. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 10h 40m.

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