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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Erlangen is to bus which costs €17 - €30 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Erlangen is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mainz central train station station and arriving at Erlangen train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Mainz to Erlangen?

The distance between Mainz and Erlangen is 233 km. The road distance is 236.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Erlangen without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs €17 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Mainz to Erlangen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Erlangen bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mainz to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Mainz to Erlangen is to fly which takes 2h 19m and costs €110 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €30 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Mainz to Erlangen bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mainz to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Erlangen is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Mainz to Erlangen.

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

Book your Mainz to Erlangen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Erlangen.

Mainz to Erlangen - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mainz to Erlangen by plane, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane FRA - NUE
2h 19m
€118–222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Erlangen train stationbus N1310
3h 55m
€17–30
Drive 236.9 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Erlangencar 236.9 km
2h 3m
€34–48
Bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Erlangen train stationbus N84 / ...
4h 20m
€29–43

Mainz to Erlangen by bus

7Weekly Buses

3h 55mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.7 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

Lufthansa flies from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mainz central train station to Erlangen train station once daily. Tickets cost €17–30 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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