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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Kulmbach is to bus which costs €27 - €45 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Kulmbach is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Kulmbach?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Kulmbach. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Kulmbach Bayreuther Straße via Bayreuth, Goethestraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Kulmbach?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Kulmbach. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Kulmbach via Frankfurt, Würzburg Hbf and Bamberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Mainz to Kulmbach?

The distance between Mainz and Kulmbach is 322 km. The road distance is 270.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Kulmbach without a car is to train via Würzburg which takes 4h 29m and costs €60 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Mainz to Kulmbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Kulmbach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mainz to Kulmbach train from?

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

Train or bus from Mainz to Kulmbach?

The best way to get from Mainz to Kulmbach is to train via Würzburg which takes 4h 29m and costs €60 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €45 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Mainz to Kulmbach bus arrive?

Mainz to Kulmbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bayreuth central train station.

Where does the Mainz to Kulmbach train arrive?

Mainz to Kulmbach train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Kulmbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Kulmbach is 271 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Mainz to Kulmbach.

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

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

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

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Train via Würzburg
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Würzburg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Bambergtrain
3. Take the train from Bamberg to Kulmbachtrain
4h 29m
€61–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Bayreuth central train stationbus N1366
6h 55m
€27–45
Drive 270.6 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Kulmbachcar 270.6 km
2h 54m
€40–57
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane FRA - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Kulmbachtrain
4h 52m
€127–216
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Bambergtrain 1
2. Take the train from Bamberg to Kulmbachtrain Re35 / ...
5h 1m
€55–207
Train #2
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bambergtrain Re54 / ...
2. Take the train from Bamberg to Kulmbachtrain Re35 / ...
5h 49m
€60–219

Mainz to Kulmbach by train

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Distance: 321.8 km
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Kulmbach via Frankfurt, Würzburg Hbf, and Bamberg in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mainz central train station to Bayreuth central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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