How to travel from Innsbruck to Mainz

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Innsbruck to Mainz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF50, while a flight costs an average of CHF275.

Distance: 235 miles (379 km)

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Driving

CHF60

Average price

CHF50

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Cheapest

CHF275

Average price

CHF97

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 12m

Average total duration

6h 42m

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30m

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8h 25m

Average total duration

7h 55m

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30m

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3h 10m

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1h 10m

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2h 0m

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5h 38m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Lowest

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.3kg

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ÖBB | ICE

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FlixBus

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Air Dolomiti

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Mainz is a bus with an average price of CHF50.

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

A bus is CHF66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Mainz costing on average CHF116.

A bus is CHF225 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck to Mainz costing on average CHF275.

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Mainz is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Mainz take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 27m.

Bus takes on average 8h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Innsbruck and Mainz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Innsbruck 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 CHF116 compared to roughly CHF97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF-19.37. The journey takes 5h 57m versus 5h 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 Innsbruck to Mainz

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    4:25 AM13h20
    Innsbruck
    5:45 PMMainz
    CHF591One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    4:25 AM13h20
    Innsbruck
    5:45 PMMainz
    CHF591One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:25 AM13h20
    Innsbruck
    5:45 PMMainz
    CHF591One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    3:25 AM14h05
    Innsbruck
    5:30 PMMainz
    CHF1241One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Mainz.

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There are 3 options to travel between Innsbruck and Mainz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Mainz is a train with an average price of CHF60.

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

A train is CHF5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Innsbruck to Mainz costing on average CHF65.

A train is CHF458 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck to Mainz costing on average CHF518.

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Mainz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 33m.

Other travel options to Mainz take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 12m.

Bus takes on average 11h 38m.

The distance from Innsbruck to Mainz is approximately 235 miles (379 km).
The average frequency per day from Innsbruck to Mainz is:
  • Around 18 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Mainz:
  • Trains mostly depart from Innsbruck Hbf and arrive in Mainz Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße and arrive in Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz).
  • Flights mostly depart from Innsbruck Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Innsbruck to Mainz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Mainz by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn to go to Mainz by train.
  • Travel with Air Dolomiti to go to Mainz by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Innsbruck to Mainz with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Air Dolomiti.
Omio customers who travel from Innsbruck 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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