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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Essen to Mainz

Cheapest
2 h 10 min
Car
238 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Wiesbaden
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.45–$35.62

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.86–$343.51

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.72–$62.34

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.52–$64.89
Train from Essen Hbf to Mainz,
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$59.80–$67.43
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$26.72–$29.26

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.54–$13.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Mainz is to bus which costs $21.74 - $30.43 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Mainz is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Mainz?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Mainz, Bauhofstraße/Landesmus. via Wiesbaden Mainzer Straße/1.Ring. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Mainz?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Essen to Mainz?

The distance between Essen and Mainz is 275 km. The road distance is 247.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Mainz without a car is to train via Frankfurt which takes 2h 25m and costs $54.35 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Essen to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Mainz bus from?

Essen to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Mainz train from?

Essen to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Mainz?

The best way to get from Essen to Mainz is to train via Frankfurt which takes 2h 25m and costs $54.35 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $30.43 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Essen to Mainz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Mainz train arrive?

Essen to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Essen to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Mainz is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Essen to Mainz.

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

Book your Essen to Mainz train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 975+ hotels available in Mainz. Prices start at $46.42 per night.
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