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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Meissen is to drive which costs €65 - €100 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Meissen is to fly and train which takes 3h 43m and costs €140 - €310.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Meissen?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Meissen. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Meißen S-Bahnhof Altstadt via Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Mainz to Meissen?

The distance between Mainz and Meissen is 547 km. The road distance is 477.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Meissen without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs €90 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Mainz to Meissen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Meissen train from?

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

Where does the Mainz to Meissen train arrive?

Mainz to Meissen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Meissen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Meissen is 478 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Mainz to Meissen.

Where can I stay near Meissen?

There are 1275+ hotels available in Meissen.

Mainz to Meissen - 5 ways to travel via train, night train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Mainz to Meissen by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt50
5h 39m
€90–103
Drive 477.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mainz to Meissen477.9 km
4h 5m
€67–97
Night train
1. Take the night train from Mainz Hbf to RiesaEn
7h 34m
€85–130
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)FRA - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Meißen S-Bahnhof Altstadt
3h 43m
€141–304
Fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)FRA - LEJ
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Coswig Bahnhof
5h 6m
€117–237

Mainz to Meissen by train

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 546.9 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Mainz, Germany and Meissen, Saxony, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt every 3 hours. Tickets cost €80–95 and the journey takes 4h 56m.

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