How to travel from Mainz to Amsterdam

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Mainz to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr239 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. 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 kr239, while a flight costs an average of kr1334.

Distance: 221 miles (356 km)

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Driving

kr439

Average price

kr239

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Cheapest

kr1334

Average price

kr640

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 2m

Average total duration

6h 32m

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30m

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8h 1m

Average total duration

7h 31m

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30m

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3h 15m

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1h 15m

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2h 0m

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5h 8m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.1kg

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Lufthansa

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

The cheapest way to travel from Mainz to Amsterdam is a bus with an average price of kr239.

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

A bus is kr199 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Amsterdam costing on average kr439.

A bus is kr1095 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Amsterdam costing on average kr1334.

The fastest way to travel from Mainz to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 2m.

Bus takes on average 8h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Mainz and Amsterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Mainz to Amsterdam among Omio's users.

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from Mainz to Amsterdam

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • RegioJet a.s.(Prague -> Amsterdam)
    5:55 AM7h35
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    1:30 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    kr2391One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegioJet a.s.(Prague -> Amsterdam)
    5:55 AM7h35
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    1:30 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    kr2391One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1814
    7:00 AM1h05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:05 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    kr11161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2349 · 20094 · IC 3588 · IC 1186
    7:20 PM6h57
    Mainz Hbf
    2:17 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    kr3501One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2549 · 10612 · 20074 · IC 3548
    9:20 AM5h45
    Mainz Hbf
    3:05 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    kr3901One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 929 · ICE 528 · 20094 · IC 3588
    7:42 PM6h35
    Mainz Hbf
    2:17 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    kr3901One-way
    5 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:05 PM11h15
    Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz)
    11:20 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    kr4391One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:05 PM12h50
    Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz)
    12:55 AMAmsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
    kr4391One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:05 PM13h00
    Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz)
    1:05 AMSchiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    kr4391One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1822
    6:40 PM1h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:50 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    kr11161One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1818
    11:45 AM1h15
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:00 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    kr11161One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1820
    2:15 PM1h15
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:30 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    kr11161One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Mainz to Amsterdam

Travel to Amsterdam 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 Mainz to Amsterdam.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Mainz and Amsterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Mainz to Amsterdam is a bus with an average price of kr239.

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

A bus is kr199 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Amsterdam costing on average kr439.

A bus is kr1095 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Amsterdam costing on average kr1334.

The fastest way to travel from Mainz to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 2m.

Bus takes on average 8h 1m.

The distance from Mainz to Amsterdam is approximately 221 miles (356 km).
The average frequency per day from Mainz to Amsterdam is:
  • Around 31 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mainz and Amsterdam 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 Mainz to Amsterdam:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Mainz Hbf and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz) and arrive in Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mainz to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Mainzer Mobilität to go to Amsterdam by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), vlexx to go to Amsterdam by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper to go to Amsterdam by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Mainz to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
  • 10 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper.
Omio customers who travel from Mainz to Amsterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Berlin, London, Copenhagen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Amsterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Amsterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Amsterdam, you can enjoy a Canal Cruise for scenic views of the city's iconic canals and architecture. Visit the vibrant Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets, art galleries, and cafes. Explore the Albert Cuyp Market for a variety of goods and Dutch delicacies. Experience the Heineken Experience for an interactive brewery tour, or discover the NEMO Science Museum, a hands-on science center. Don't miss the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum for art, the historic Anne Frank House, the urban Vondelpark, and Dam Square featuring the Royal Palace.
Three to four days are ideal for exploring Amsterdam's main attractions, enjoying its museums, and experiencing its vibrant culture.

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