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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Rust is to bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Rust is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Rust?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Rust. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Rust via Frankfurt Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Mainz to Rust?

The distance between Mainz and Rust is 234 km. The road distance is 239 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Rust without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 3h 55m and costs €30 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Mainz to Rust, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Rust bus from?

Mainz to Rust bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt Airport station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Rust?

The best way to get from Mainz to Rust is to train via Mannheim which takes 3h 55m and costs €30 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Mainz to Rust bus arrive?

Mainz to Rust bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rust station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Rust?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Rust is 239 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Mainz to Rust.

How do I get a bus ticket from Mainz to Rust?

Book your Mainz to Rust bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rust?

There are 1828+ hotels available in Rust.

Mainz to Rust - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mainz to Rust 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 via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, HauptbahnhofS6
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Ringsheim/Europa-Park85
3h 55m
€35–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Rust007
4h 45m
€25–35
Drive 239 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Rust239 km
1h 56m
€35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz Hbf to OffenburgNightjet
4h 55m
€32–139

Mainz to Rust by train and bus

8Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 234.2 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Rust, Rathaus via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Ringsheim/Europa-Park, and Ringsheim, Bahnhof in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt Airport to Rust 5 times a week. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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