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Compare train and bus for Trier to Mainz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. 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 $17, while a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Trier to Mainz, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Trier to Mainz:
A bus is $33 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Mainz costing on average $49 (€42).
Other travel options to Mainz take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 11m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€42) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$21 (-€18). The journey takes 2h 41m versus 2h 0m 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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How to get from Trier to Mainz by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Trier to Mainz is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
4:45 PM 2h10 Trier 6:55 PM Mainz $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
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4:45 PM 2h10 Trier 6:55 PM Mainz $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
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4:45 PM 2h10 Trier 6:55 PM Mainz $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Trier to Mainz:
A bus is $33 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Mainz costing on average $49 (€42).
Other travel options to Mainz take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 11m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Trier and Mainz as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Trier Hbf and arrive in Mainz Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) and arrive in Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz).
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Mainz by bus.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Regional, Regional-Express to go to Mainz by train.
- 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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