How to travel from Bamberg to Mainz

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bamberg to Mainz

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bamberg to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a flight costs an average of €142.

Distance: 116 miles (188 km)

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€142

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€62

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3h 38m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bamberg to Mainz is a bus with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Bamberg to Mainz:

A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bamberg to Mainz costing on average €62.

A bus is €123 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bamberg to Mainz costing on average €142.

The fastest way to travel from Bamberg to Mainz is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Mainz take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 38m.

Bus takes on average 4h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bamberg and Mainz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bamberg to Mainz among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €62 compared to roughly €35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-27.34. The journey takes 3h 8m versus 2h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bamberg to Mainz

How to get from Bamberg to Mainz by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Bamberg to Mainz is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    11:41 AM3h03
    Bamberg
    2:44 PMMainz
    631One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    11:41 AM3h03
    Bamberg
    2:44 PMMainz
    631One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    2:42 PM3h02
    Bamberg
    5:44 PMMainz
    651One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    1:41 PM3h03
    Bamberg
    4:44 PMMainz
    631One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    5:41 PM3h03
    Bamberg
    8:44 PMMainz
    631One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    7:41 PM3h03
    Bamberg
    10:44 PMMainz
    631One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bamberg to Mainz

Travel to Mainz easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bamberg to Mainz.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bamberg and Mainz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bamberg to Mainz is a bus with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Bamberg to Mainz:

A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bamberg to Mainz costing on average €62.

A bus is €123 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bamberg to Mainz costing on average €142.

The fastest way to travel from Bamberg to Mainz is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Mainz take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 38m.

Bus takes on average 4h 35m.

The distance from Bamberg to Mainz is approximately 116 miles (188 km).
The average frequency per day from Bamberg to Mainz is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bamberg and Mainz as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bamberg to Mainz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bamberg, Bahnhof (Brennerstraße) and arrive in Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz).
  • Trains mostly depart from Bamberg and arrive in Mainz Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bamberg to Mainz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Mainz by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa to go to Mainz by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Mainz by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bamberg to Mainz with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bamberg to Mainz often also extend their vacation to go to Frankfurt am Main, Paris, Lautzenhausen, Berlin, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Mainz and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Mainz to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal for exploring Mainz, allowing time to visit its historic sites, such as the Mainz Cathedral and Gutenberg Museum, while enjoying the local cuisine and Rhine River views.

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