The average bus between Mainz and Erfurt Hbf takes 6h 43m and the fastest bus takes 4h 10m. The bus service runs several times per day from Mainz to Erfurt Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Mainz and Erfurt Hbf. The earliest departure is at 2:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Erfurt Hbf at 4:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt central train station and take an average of 6h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 15m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Mainz to Erfurt Hbf? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Mainz to Erfurt Hbf. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Erfurt Hbf station via Erfurt central train station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.
Mainz to Erfurt Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.
Mainz to Erfurt Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Erfurt central train station.
Book your Mainz to Erfurt Hbf bus tickets online with FlixBus.
The distance between Mainz and Erfurt Hbf is 224 km. The road distance is 285 km.
FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Erfurt central train station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 3h 5m.