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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Lichtenfels is to bus which costs €24 - €55 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Lichtenfels is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Lichtenfels?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Lichtenfels. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Lichtenfels via Frankfurt, Würzburg Hbf and Bamberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Mainz to Lichtenfels?

The distance between Mainz and Lichtenfels is 289 km. The road distance is 244.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Lichtenfels without a car is to train via Würzburg which takes 4h 11m and costs €65 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Mainz to Lichtenfels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Lichtenfels train from?

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

Train or bus from Mainz to Lichtenfels?

The best way to get from Mainz to Lichtenfels is to train via Würzburg which takes 4h 11m and costs €65 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €55 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Mainz to Lichtenfels train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mainz to Lichtenfels?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Lichtenfels is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Mainz to Lichtenfels.

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

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Where can I stay near Lichtenfels?

There are 479+ hotels available in Lichtenfels.

Mainz to Lichtenfels - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Mainz to Lichtenfels 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 Re20 / ...
4h 11m
€68–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Bamberg train stationbus 068
5h 28m
€24–51
Drive 244.6 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Lichtenfelscar 244.6 km
2h 41m
€35–50
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane FRA - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Lichtenfelstrain
4h
€110–231
Train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bambergtrain Re54 / ...
5h 21m
€48–88

Mainz to Lichtenfels by train

167Weekly Trains

4h 11mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289.1 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Lichtenfels via Frankfurt, Würzburg Hbf, and Bamberg in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Bamberg train station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €13–23 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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