How to travel from Ludwigshafen to Mainz

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Compare bus and train for Ludwigshafen to Mainz

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ludwigshafen to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $27.

Distance: 35 miles (57 km)

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$16

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$27

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$12

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2h 10m

Average total duration

1h 40m

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1h 27m

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57m

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55m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Ludwigshafen to Mainz is a bus with an average price of $16.

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

A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ludwigshafen to Mainz costing on average $27.

The fastest way to travel from Ludwigshafen to Mainz is by train with an average journey time of 1h 27m.

Other travel options to Mainz take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ludwigshafen and Mainz including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ludwigshafen 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 $27 compared to roughly $12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.71. The journey takes 57m versus 55m 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 Ludwigshafen to Mainz

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

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train

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

  • Deutsche BahnS1 · IC 2049
    8:28 AM0h50
    Ludwigshafen Central Station
    9:18 AMMainz Hbf
    $271One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnS1 · IC 2049
    8:28 AM0h50
    Ludwigshafen Central Station
    9:18 AMMainz Hbf
    $271One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn4484
    9:04 AM0h43
    Ludwigshafen Central Station
    9:47 AMMainz Hbf
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4756
    10:03 AM0h43
    Ludwigshafen Central Station
    10:46 AMMainz Hbf
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS5
    9:20 AM1h16
    Ludwigshafen Central Station
    10:36 AMMainz Hbf
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS5
    8:19 AM1h19
    Ludwigshafen Central Station
    9:38 AMMainz Hbf
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ludwigshafen 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 Ludwigshafen to Mainz.

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There are 2 options to travel between Ludwigshafen and Mainz including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Ludwigshafen to Mainz is a bus with an average price of $16.

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

A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ludwigshafen to Mainz costing on average $27.

The fastest way to travel from Ludwigshafen to Mainz is by train with an average journey time of 1h 27m.

Other travel options to Mainz take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 10m.

The distance from Ludwigshafen to Mainz is approximately 35 miles (57 km).
The average frequency per day from Ludwigshafen to Mainz is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ludwigshafen to Mainz:
  • Buses mostly depart from Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) and arrive in Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz).
  • Trains mostly depart from Ludwigshafen Central Station and arrive in Mainz Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ludwigshafen to Mainz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Mainz by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Mainz by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ludwigshafen to Mainz:
  • 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Ludwigshafen 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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