- Must visit
Gutenberg Museum
One of the world’s leading museums of printing and book culture, dedicated to Johannes Gutenberg and the history of movable type.
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
26 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Mainz on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 32 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Mainz take longer:
Bus takes on average 57m.
Tickets start at around $5 (€4) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 57m versus 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by flibco, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:12AM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 06:42AM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:27AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:12AM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:27AM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:57AM | Duration 2h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:57PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:27PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:12PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:57PM | Duration 2h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:57PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:12PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:12PM | Duration 2h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:12PM | Duration 2h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:42PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Mainz buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Frankfurt am Main | 0h10 | 8:10 AM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Frankfurt am Main | 0h20 | 8:20 AM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0h20 | 6:10 PM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0h10 | 10:10 PM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Mainz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mainz trip today.
One of the world’s leading museums of printing and book culture, dedicated to Johannes Gutenberg and the history of movable type.
Major regional museum with archaeology, medieval art, paintings, and Roman-era finds, offering one of the best overviews of Rhineland-Palatinate history.
Natural history museum known for regional geology, fossils, biodiversity, and family-friendly exhibitions.
The most atmospheric area for walking, with narrow lanes, historic facades, shops, and many of the city’s best-known sights.
Central square by the cathedral, lively with markets, events, and classic city views that define the heart of Mainz.
Popular old-town street lined with historic buildings, boutiques, and photo-friendly urban scenery.
A Rheinhessen cheese spread made with fresh cheese, quark, paprika, and spices, traditionally served with pretzels in wine taverns.
A classic Mainz snack of bread roll, sausage, and local wine, strongly associated with everyday life and regional wine culture.
A pungent sour milk cheese marinated with onions and vinegar, popular across the Rhine-Main region and commonly enjoyed with bread.
Established fine dining restaurant with a strong reputation for refined seasonal cuisine and polished service.
Traditional Mainz wine tavern known for local specialties, regional wines, and a classic cozy atmosphere.
A well-known restaurant in a historic former church hall, serving German and regional dishes in a striking atmospheric setting.
Prices are moderate by German standards. Casual dining is reasonable, while hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, often by stating the total when paying.
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