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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Munich is to rideshare which costs €16 - €26 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Munich is to fly and train which takes 3h 11m and costs €90 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Munich?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Munich station. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Munich central bus station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Munich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at München Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Mainz to Munich?

The distance between Mainz and Munich is 412 km. The road distance is 405.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Munich without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €75 - €190.

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

The train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to München Hbf takes 3h 37m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Munich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mainz to Munich train from?

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

Train or bus from Mainz to Munich?

The best way to get from Mainz to Munich is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €75 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €50 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Mainz to Munich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Munich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mainz to Munich?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Munich is 406 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Mainz to Munich.

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

Book your Mainz to Munich train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Mainz to Munich bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Munich?

There are 1333+ hotels available in Munich.

Can I share a ride from Mainz to Munich?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Mainz and Munich. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Mainz to Munich - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Mainz to Munich by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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 München Hbftrain 11
3h 37m
€75–190
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Mainz to Munichrideshare 407.5 km
4h 30m
€16–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Munich central bus stationbus 037 / ...
6h 24m
€30–49
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane FRA - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Marienplatztrain
3h 11m
€90–205
Train via Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
4h 15m
€45–187
Drive 405.6 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Munichcar 405.6 km
3h 44m
€58–83
Fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane FRA - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbftrain
3h 49m
€118–271
Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane FRA - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain
4h 31m
€145–421

Mainz to Munich by train

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Distance: 412.1 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to München Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €75–190 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Munich central bus station hourly. Tickets cost €27–45 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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