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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Mainz is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Mainz is to train and fly which takes 3h 40m and costs €90 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Mainz?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Mainz station. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Mainz central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Mainz, Römisches Theater via Berlin Hbf and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Mainz?

The distance between Potsdam and Mainz is 576 km. The road distance is 518.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs €100 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Potsdam to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Mainz bus from?

Potsdam to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Mainz train from?

Potsdam to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Mainz?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Mainz is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs €100 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Potsdam to Mainz bus arrive?

Potsdam to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mainz central train station.

Where does the Potsdam to Mainz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Mainz is 518 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Potsdam to Mainz.

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

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

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Potsdam to Mainz - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Potsdam to Mainz by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Berlin Hbf to Frankfurttrain 12 / ...
5h 39m
€100–288
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Mainz central train stationbus N1334
9h 25m
€42–73
Drive 518.5 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Mainzcar 518.5 km
5h 13m
€76–109
Train, fly
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
3h 40m
€90–209
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Magdeburg Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55
8h 30m
€122–377
Bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Frankfurtbus
10h 32m
€50–88

Potsdam to Mainz by train

188Weekly Trains

5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 575.8 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €90–260 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Mainz central train station once daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 8h 5m.

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