What is the cheapest way to get from Mainz to Rhine Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Rhine Gorge is to drive which costs €9 - €14 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mainz to Rhine Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Rhine Gorge is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Rhine Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz to Rhine Gorge. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at St. Goarshausen Wellmich Bergstraße via St. Goarshausen Rheinfähre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Mainz to Rhine Gorge?

The distance between Mainz and Rhine Gorge is 69 km. The road distance is 65.6 km.

How do I travel from Mainz to Rhine Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Mainz to Rhine Gorge without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs €13 - €20.

How long does it take to get from Mainz to Rhine Gorge?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Mainz to Rhine Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Rhine Gorge bus from?

Mainz to Rhine Gorge bus services, operated by Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Rhine Gorge?

The best way to get from Mainz to Rhine Gorge is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs €13 - €20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Mainz to Rhine Gorge bus arrive?

Mainz to Rhine Gorge bus services, operated by Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, arrive at St. Goar Bahnhof/Fähre station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Rhine Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Rhine Gorge is 66 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Mainz to Rhine Gorge.

Where can I stay near Rhine Gorge?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Rhine Gorge.

Mainz to Rhine Gorge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Mainz to Rhine Gorge 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 St Goarshausentrain Rb
2h 10m
€14–20
Drive 65.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mainz to Rhine Gorgecar 65.6 km
1h 3m
€10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to St. Goar Bahnhof/Fährebus Rb26
3h 11m
€14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mainz to Rhine Gorgetaxi 65.6 km
1h 3m
€210–260
Train via Mainz, Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to St. Goar Bahnhoftrain Rb26
2h 12m
€14–22

Mainz to Rhine Gorge by train, bus, and foot

100Weekly Services

2h 10mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 69 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Mainz, Germany and Rhine Gorge, Germany?

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Mainz-Kastel to St Goarshausen hourly. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH operates a bus from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to St. Goar Bahnhof/Fähre once daily. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 55m. ORN Omnibusverkehr Rhein-Nahe GmbH also services this route once a week.

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