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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Detmold is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 8h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Detmold is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Detmold?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Frankfurt, Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe and Altenbeken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Mainz to Detmold?

The distance between Mainz and Detmold is 345 km. The road distance is 272.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Detmold without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs €65 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Mainz to Detmold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Detmold train from?

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

Train or bus from Mainz to Detmold?

The best way to get from Mainz to Detmold is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs €65 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Mainz to Detmold train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mainz to Detmold?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Detmold is 273 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Mainz to Detmold.

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

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Where can I stay near Detmold?

There are 840+ hotels available in Detmold.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Mainz to Detmold 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
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Altenbekentrain Re
4h 42m
€68–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Bielefeld Brackwede train stationbus N110
8h 51m
€37–64
Drive 272.7 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Detmoldcar 272.7 km
3h 6m
€39–56
Train via Kassel
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Kassel Hauptbahnhoftrain Re30
2. Take the train from Kassel Hbf to Altenbekentrain Re
6h 46m

Mainz to Detmold by train

140Weekly Trains

4h 42mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 345.3 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Detmold, Bahnhof via Frankfurt, Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe, and Altenbeken in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt Airport to Bielefeld Brackwede train station once daily. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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