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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Hildesheim is to bus which costs €23 - €50 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Hildesheim is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Hildesheim?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Hildesheim station. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Hildesheim central bus station via Frankfurt central train station and Hanover central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Hildesheim?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Hildesheim. However, there are services departing from Mainz-Kastel and arriving at Hildesheim Ost via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Frankfurt(Main)Sued and Hannover Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Mainz to Hildesheim?

The distance between Mainz and Hildesheim is 512 km. The road distance is 334.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Hildesheim without a car is to bus and train via Würzburg which takes 6h 59m and costs €110 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Mainz to Hildesheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Hildesheim bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mainz to Hildesheim train from?

Mainz to Hildesheim train services, operated by Nightjet, depart from Frankfurt(Main)Sued station.

Where does the Mainz to Hildesheim bus arrive?

Mainz to Hildesheim bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hanover central bus station.

Where does the Mainz to Hildesheim train arrive?

Mainz to Hildesheim train services, operated by Nightjet, arrive at Hannover Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Hildesheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Hildesheim is 335 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Mainz to Hildesheim.

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

Book your Mainz to Hildesheim bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Hildesheim?

There are 157+ hotels available in Hildesheim.

Mainz to Hildesheim - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Mainz to Hildesheim by bus, train, night train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train via Würzburg
best
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Würzburg Main Stationbus N84 / ...
2. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Hannover Hbftrain Ice
6h 59m
€112–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Hanover central bus stationbus FlixBus N33
7h 30m
€24–49
Night train
1. Take the night train from Frankfurt(Main)Sued to Hannover Hbfnighttrain Nj
6h 36m
€72–145
Drive 334.7 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Hildesheimcar 334.7 km
2h 52m
€47–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt to Braunschweigbus
2. Take the train from Braunschweig Hbf to Hildesheim Hbftrain Re
9h 1m
€53–98
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane FRA - HAJ
2. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Hildesheim Hbftrain
4h 37m
€123–228

Mainz to Hildesheim by train, foot, and bus

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6h 59mAverage Duration

€112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 511.8 km
Duration: 6h 59m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Hanover central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Ecolines also services this route once a week. Alternatively, Nightjet operates a vehicle from Frankfurt(Main)Sued to Hannover Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €26–94 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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