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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Mainz is to bus which costs €16 - €20 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Mainz is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs €75 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Mainz?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna to Mainz station. However, there are services departing from Viena- Hotel IBIS and arriving at Mainz central train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Mainz Hbf. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Vienna to Mainz?

The distance between Vienna and Mainz is 666 km. The road distance is 728.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Vienna to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Mainz bus from?

Vienna to Mainz bus services, operated by Trans Nicolaescu, depart from Viena- Hotel IBIS station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Mainz train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Mainz?

The best way to get from Vienna to Mainz is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs €75 - €220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €180 and takes 7h 5m, you could also bus, which costs €16 - €20 and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Vienna to Mainz bus arrive?

Vienna to Mainz bus services, operated by Trans Nicolaescu, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Where does the Vienna to Mainz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vienna to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Mainz is 728 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Vienna to Mainz.

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

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Where can I stay near Mainz?

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Vienna to Mainz - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car train

There are 7 ways to get from Vienna to Mainz by plane, train, bus, car, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane VIE - FRA
4h 11m
€76–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Viena- Hotel IBIS to Frankfurtbus
11h 40m
€17–20
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Mainz Hbftrain Ice
7h 5m
€60–180
Drive 728.2 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Mainzcar 728.2 km
6h 46m
€118–170
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
7h 12m
€64–199
Bus via Frankfurt
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Frankfurt Airportbus N161 / ...
12h 49m
€41–102
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Vienna to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to Würzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Würzburg Hbf to Mainzcar
6h 31m
€163–219

Vienna to Mainz by train

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7h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 665.6 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Mainz, Germany?

Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt (FRA) hourly. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wien Hbf to Mainz Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €65–180 and the journey takes 7h 5m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route 4 times a week.

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