What is the cheapest way to get from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein?

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein is to drive which costs €4 - €8 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein?

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein is to drive which takes 33 min and costs €4 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Brückenplatz and arriving at Rüdesheim via Wiesbaden-Schierstein Zeilstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz-Kastel and arriving at Ruedesheim(Rhein). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein?

The distance between Mainz and Rüdesheim am Rhein is 38 km. The road distance is 35.7 km.

How do I travel from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein without a car?

The best way to get from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs €7 - €11.

How long does it take to get from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein?

The train from Mainz-Kastel to Ruedesheim(Rhein) takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein bus from?

Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein bus services, operated by Mainzer Mobilität, depart from Mainz, Brückenplatz station.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein train from?

Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Mainz-Kastel station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein?

The best way to get from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein is to train which takes 45 min and costs €7 - €11. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and line 171 bus, which costs and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein bus arrive?

Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein bus services, operated by Mainzer Mobilität, arrive at Wiesbaden-Schierstein Zeilstraße station.

Where does the Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein train arrive?

Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Ruedesheim(Rhein) station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein is 36 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein.

Where can I stay near Rüdesheim am Rhein?

There are 1239+ hotels available in Rüdesheim am Rhein.

Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 9 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein by train, bus, car, or taxi

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-Kastel to Ruedesheim(Rhein)train Rb
45 min
€7–11
Drive 35.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rheincar 35.7 km
33 min
€5–8
Line 9 bus, line 171 bus
1. Take the bus from Mainz, Brückenplatz to Wiesbaden-Schierstein Zeilstraßebus 9
2. Take the bus from Wiesbaden-Schierstein Zeilstraße to Rüdesheimbus 171
1h 56m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rheintaxi 35.7 km
33 min
€110–140

Mainz to Rüdesheim am Rhein by train

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Distance: 37.6 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Mainz, Germany and Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany?

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Mainz-Kastel to Ruedesheim(Rhein) hourly. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mainz, Brückenplatz to Rüdesheim via Wiesbaden-Schierstein Zeilstraße in around 1h 56m.

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