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 - €55 and takes 7h 33m.

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 45m 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 33m.

How far is it from Mainz to Pottenstein?

The distance between Mainz and Pottenstein is 334 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 and bus which takes 6h 8m and costs €45 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m 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 bus which takes 7h 33m and costs €29 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €100 and takes 8h 40m.

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 45m to drive from Mainz to Pottenstein.

Where can I stay near Pottenstein?

There are 529+ hotels available in Pottenstein.

Mainz to Pottenstein - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 389 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Mainz to Pottenstein by train, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzEv
6h 8m
€45–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Nuremberg central bus stationN870 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzEv
7h 33m
€30–51
Drive 268 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Pottenstein268 km
2h 45m
€38–55
Train, line 389 bus
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to FrankfurtS8
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbf41 / ...
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to ForchheimS1
4. Take the train from Forchheim(Oberfr) to EbermannstadtRe / ...
5. Take the bus from Ebermannstadt to Pottenstein B470389
6h 29m
Train
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

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6h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 333.7 km
Duration: 6h 8m

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

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 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Pottenstein B470 via Frankfurt, Bamberg, Pegnitz, and Pegnitz in around 8h 40m.

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