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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Hildesheim is to bus and train which costs €30 - €85 and takes 5h 44m.

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 51m and costs €45 - €70.

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, Römisches Theater and arriving at Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Mainz to Hildesheim?

The distance between Mainz and Hildesheim is 352 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 train which takes 3h 43m and costs €25 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Mainz to Hildesheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Hildesheim train from?

Mainz to Hildesheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mainz, Römisches Theater station.

Where does the Mainz to Hildesheim train arrive?

Mainz to Hildesheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Hildesheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Hildesheim is 335 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Mainz to Hildesheim.

Where can I stay near Hildesheim?

There are 347+ hotels available in Hildesheim.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Mainz to Hildesheim by train, bus, 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.

Train
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1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to FrankfurtS8
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof12 / ...
3h 43m
€26–104
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Göttingen central bus stationN1334 / ...
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof12 / ...
5h 44m
€30–82
Drive 334.7 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Hildesheim334.7 km
2h 51m
€48–69
Fly to Hannover Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)FRA - HAJ
2. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Hildesheim Hbf
3h 24m
€125–210
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to FrankfurtS8
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Hildesheim HbfIce
4h 1m
€26–104
Fly to Bremen Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Bremen Airport (BRE)FRA - BRE
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof
4h 46m
€173–360

Mainz to Hildesheim by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 352 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt in around 3h 43m.

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