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

The cheapest way to get from Pforzheim to Mainz is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pforzheim to Mainz is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Pforzheim and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Pforzheim to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Pforzheim Hbf and arriving at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof via Vaihingen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Pforzheim to Mainz?

The distance between Pforzheim and Mainz is 171 km. The road distance is 160.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Pforzheim to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Pforzheim to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pforzheim to Mainz train from?

Pforzheim to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Vaihingen station.

Train or bus from Pforzheim to Mainz?

The best way to get from Pforzheim to Mainz is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €55 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Pforzheim to Mainz train arrive?

Pforzheim to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Pforzheim to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Pforzheim to Mainz is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Pforzheim to Mainz.

How do I get a train ticket from Pforzheim to Mainz?

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Where can I stay near Mainz?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pforzheim to Mainz 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 Vaihingen to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2h 39m
€42–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Mainz central train stationbus 476 / ...
5h 12m
€18–53
Drive 160.6 km
1. Drive from Pforzheim to Mainzcar 160.6 km
1h 24m
€23–33
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe-Durlach to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain S5 / ...
3h 15m
€33–53
Train via Germersheim
1. Take the train from Soellingen(B Karlsr) to Germersheimtrain 85024 / ...
2. Take the train from Germersheim to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re4
4h 48m

Pforzheim to Mainz by train

41Weekly Trains

2h 39mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.1 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Vaihingen to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €36–40 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Mainz central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €10–25 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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