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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Pottenstein is to bus which costs €29 - €50 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Pottenstein is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Pottenstein?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Pottenstein. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Pottenstein B470 via Frankfurt central train station, Nürnberg Hbf and Pegnitz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Mainz to Pottenstein?

The distance between Mainz and Pottenstein is 343 km. The road distance is 268 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Pottenstein without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs €45 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Mainz to Pottenstein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Pottenstein bus from?

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

Train or bus from Mainz to Pottenstein?

The best way to get from Mainz to Pottenstein is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs €45 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €50 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Mainz to Pottenstein bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mainz to Pottenstein?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Pottenstein is 268 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Mainz to Pottenstein.

Where can I stay near Pottenstein?

There are 523+ hotels available in Pottenstein.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Mainz to Pottenstein 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
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbf39 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzRe31 / ...
4h 59m
€47–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Nuremberg central bus stationN280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzEv
7h 7m
€30–47
Drive 268 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Pottenstein268 km
2h 40m
€39–55
Fly, train, bus
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)FRA - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
3. Take the bus from Pegnitz to Pottenstein B470
4h 45m
€105–210
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzRe31 / ...
5h 19m
€48–98
Train #2
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to BambergRe54 / ...
2. Take the train from Bamberg to PegnitzRe38 / ...
8h 40m
€62–97

Mainz to Pottenstein by train and bus

63Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 342.7 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Pottenstein B470 via Nürnberg Hbf, Pegnitz, and Pegnitz in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mainz central train station to Pottenstein B470 via Frankfurt central train station, Nuremberg central bus station, Nürnberg Hbf, and Pegnitz in around 7h 7m.

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