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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Gernsbach is to drive which costs €24 - €40 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Gernsbach is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Gernsbach?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Gernsbach. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gernsbach Mitte via Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Mainz to Gernsbach?

The distance between Mainz and Gernsbach is 175 km. The road distance is 172 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Gernsbach without a car is to train and line 85639 train which takes 3h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Mainz to Gernsbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Gernsbach train from?

Mainz to Gernsbach train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Gernsbach?

The best way to get from Mainz to Gernsbach is to train and line 85639 train which takes 3h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Mainz to Gernsbach train arrive?

Mainz to Gernsbach train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Gernsbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Gernsbach is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Mainz to Gernsbach.

Where can I stay near Gernsbach?

There are 1020+ hotels available in Gernsbach.

Mainz to Gernsbach - 4 ways to travel via train, line 85639 train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mainz to Gernsbach 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, line 85639 train
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe HauptbahnhofRe4
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Gernsbach Mitte85605 / ...
3h 5m
Drive 172 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mainz to Gernsbach172 km
1h 29m
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Karlsruhe central train station476 / ...
5h 40m
€48–81
Train, line 85639 train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, HauptbahnhofS5 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof20 / ...
3. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Gernsbach Mitte
3h 15m

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Distance: 174.8 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Gernsbach Mitte via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mainz central train station to Karlsruhe central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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