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Erfurt, Germany → Mainz, Germany

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Two ways to Travel from Erfurt to Mainz

Composite routes from Erfurt to Mainz

Cheapest
2 h 29 min
Car
284 km.
from $15
Other
2 h 29 min
Rideshare
284 km.
from $10.80

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Erfurt central train station to Mainz
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$43.26

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$330.79
Plane from Nuremberg Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$279.90

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Mainz,
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$63.61–$76.34
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig/Halle
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.90–$41.98
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$61.07–$67.43
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Nürnberg
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$50.89–$57.25

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Nürnberg
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.35–$49.62

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Erfurt Central Station to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.90–$34.35

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Erfurt to Mainz
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Mainz is to rideshare which costs $14.08 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erfurt to Mainz is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Erfurt and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Erfurt central train station station and arriving at Mainz central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Erfurt and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Erfurt to Mainz?

The distance between Erfurt and Mainz is 292 km. The road distance is 290.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Erfurt to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $54.35 - $65.22 .

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

The train from Erfurt Hbf to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 57m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Mainz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Mainz train from?

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

Train or bus from Erfurt to Mainz?

The best way to get from Erfurt to Mainz is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $54.35 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Erfurt to Mainz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Erfurt to Mainz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erfurt to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt to Mainz is 290 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Erfurt to Mainz.

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

Book your Erfurt to Mainz train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 961+ hotels available in Mainz. Prices start at $47.72 per night.

Can I share a ride from Erfurt to Mainz?

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