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 18m.

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 35m and costs €35 - €60.

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 Nürnberg Hbf and Pegnitz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

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 5h 14m and costs €60 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m 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 Mainz central train station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Pottenstein?

The best way to get from Mainz to Pottenstein is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs €60 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €50 and takes 7h 18m.

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 35m to drive from Mainz to Pottenstein.

Where can I stay near Pottenstein?

There are 607+ hotels available in Pottenstein.

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

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
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbftrain 91 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitztrain Re31 / ...
5h 14m
€64–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Nuremberg central bus stationbus N1310
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitzbus Re31 / ...
7h 18m
€30–47
Drive 268 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Pottensteincar 268 km
2h 35m
€39–56
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitztrain Re31 / ...
5h 34m
€64–160
Train via Gemünden am Main
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gemündentrain
2. Take the train from Gemünden to Bambergtrain
3. Take the train from Bamberg to Pegnitztrain
8h 50m
€84–134

Mainz to Pottenstein by train and bus

71Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 342.7 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mainz central train station to Pottenstein B470 via Nuremberg central bus station, Nürnberg Hbf, and Pegnitz in around 7h 18m.

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