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

The cheapest way to get from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz is to drive which costs €5 - €8 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz is to drive which takes 35 min and costs €5 - €8.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Rüdesheim and arriving at Mainz, Landtag via Wiesbaden-Schierstein Zeilstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ruedesheim(Rhein) and arriving at Mainz-Kastel. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz?

The distance between Rüdesheim am Rhein and Mainz is 38 km. The road distance is 36.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs €7 - €11.

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

The train from Ruedesheim(Rhein) to Mainz-Kastel takes 46 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz bus services, operated by ALV Oberhessen, depart from Rüdesheim station.

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

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

Train or bus from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz?

The best way to get from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz is to train which takes 46 min and costs €7 - €11. Alternatively, you can line 171 bus and line 9 bus, which costs and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz is 36 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

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Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 171 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ruedesheim(Rhein) to Mainz-Kasteltrain Rb
46 min
€7–11
Drive 36.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainzcar 36.1 km
35 min
€5–8
Line 171 bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Rüdesheim to Wiesbaden-Schierstein Zeilstraßebus 171
2. Take the bus from Wiesbaden-Schierstein Zeilstraße to Mainz, Landtagbus 9
1h 54m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainztaxi 36.1 km
35 min
€110–150

Rüdesheim am Rhein to Mainz by train

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Distance: 37.6 km
Duration: 46 min

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

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Ruedesheim(Rhein) to Mainz-Kastel hourly. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rüdesheim to Mainz, Landtag via Wiesbaden-Schierstein Zeilstraße in around 1h 54m.

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