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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Mainz is to rideshare which costs €12 - €17 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Mainz is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €30 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Mainz?

No, there is no direct bus from Ulm to Mainz station. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Mainz central train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Ulm to Mainz?

The distance between Ulm and Mainz is 293 km. The road distance is 278.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €30 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Ulm to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Mainz bus from?

Ulm to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ulm station.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Mainz train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Mainz?

The best way to get from Ulm to Mainz is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Ulm to Mainz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ulm to Mainz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulm to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Mainz is 278 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Ulm to Mainz.

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

Book your Ulm to Mainz train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Ulm to Mainz bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 1188+ hotels available in Mainz.

Can I share a ride from Ulm to Mainz?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Ulm and Mainz. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Ulm to Mainz - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Ulm to Mainz by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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 Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain 47 / ...
2h 38m
€35–144
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Mainzrideshare 279 km
3h 15m
€12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Frankfurt central train stationbus N422 / ...
5h 30m
€23–39
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
4h 33m
€104–288
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain S5 / ...
3h 9m
€36–118
Train #2
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
3h 21m
€45–130
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
3h 26m
€57–149
Drive 278.1 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Mainzcar 278.1 km
2h 43m
€41–59
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane STR - FRA
5h 47m
€129–292

Ulm to Mainz by train

143Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.8 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €45–140 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ulm to Frankfurt central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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