How to travel from Mainz to Rotterdam

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Mainz to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €27.

Distance: 212 miles (342 km)

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€89

Average price

€30

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Cheapest

€80

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 12m

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Fastest

4h 42m

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30m

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7h 48m

Average total duration

7h 18m

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30m

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5h 1m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Mainz to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of €30.

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

A bus is €58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Rotterdam costing on average €89.

A bus is €261 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Rotterdam costing on average €291.

The fastest way to travel from Mainz to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 42m.

Bus takes on average 7h 18m.

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

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from Mainz to Rotterdam

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • RegioJet a.s.(Prague -> Amsterdam)
    5:55 AM6h20
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    12:15 PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    231One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegioJet a.s.(Prague -> Amsterdam)
    5:55 AM6h20
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    12:15 PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    231One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air BalticSN2614
    4:25 PM1h05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:30 PMBrussels Airport
    2661One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2545 · 10620 · 20082 · IC 3564
    1:20 PM5h23
    Mainz Hbf
    6:43 PMRotterdam Centraal
    351One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 29 · ICE 720 · 20082 · IC 3564
    1:42 PM5h01
    Mainz Hbf
    6:43 PMRotterdam Centraal
    641One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 124 · IC 1165
    1:02 PM4h38
    Mainz Hbf
    5:40 PMRotterdam Centraal
    1211One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:05 PM8h20
    Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz)
    8:25 PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    301One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:05 PM9h35
    Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz)
    9:40 PMRotterdam, Zuidplein
    441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2612
    12:30 PM1h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:40 PMBrussels Airport
    2661One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2610
    10:40 AM1h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    11:50 AMBrussels Airport
    2661One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2608
    8:20 AM1h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:30 AMBrussels Airport
    2661One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Mainz to Rotterdam

Travel to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam.

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There are 3 options to travel between Mainz and Rotterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Mainz to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of €30.

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

A bus is €58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Rotterdam costing on average €89.

A bus is €261 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Rotterdam costing on average €291.

The fastest way to travel from Mainz to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 42m.

Bus takes on average 7h 18m.

The distance from Mainz to Rotterdam is approximately 212 miles (342 km).
The average frequency per day from Mainz to Rotterdam is:
  • Around 32 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mainz and Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Mainz Hbf and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz) and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mainz to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Mainzer Mobilität to go to Rotterdam by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), vlexx to go to Rotterdam by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Mainz to Rotterdam:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Mainz to Rotterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rotterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rotterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rotterdam, visitors can explore the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, enjoy the Spido Harbor Tour for unique views of the port and skyline, and wander through the historic Delfshaven neighborhood. For a vibrant city experience, head to Witte de Withstraat for art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Kralingse Bos for walking and cycling. Notable sights include the iconic Erasmus Bridge, the modern Markthal food market, the innovative Cube Houses, the art-rich Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and the Euromast observation tower for panoramic city views.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Rotterdam allows visitors to explore its modern architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and key attractions such as the Markthal, Cube Houses, and the port area comfortably.

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