What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to Mainz?

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Mainz is to bus which costs €45 - €70 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paris to Mainz?

The fastest way to get from Paris to Mainz is to fly which takes 4h 23m and costs €85 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Mainz central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Paris to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Paris Est and arriving at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Paris to Mainz?

The distance between Paris and Mainz is 646 km. The road distance is 534.9 km.

How do I travel from Paris to Mainz without a car?

The best way to get from Paris to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €110 - €270.

How long does it take to get from Paris to Mainz?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Paris to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paris to Mainz bus from?

Paris to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Paris to Mainz train from?

Paris to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Paris Est station.

Train, bus or fly from Paris to Mainz?

The best way to get from Paris to Mainz is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €110 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 7h 20m, you could also fly, which costs €85 - €270 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Paris to Mainz bus arrive?

Paris to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mainz central train station.

Where does the Paris to Mainz train arrive?

Paris to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paris to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Mainz is 535 km. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Paris to Mainz.

How do I get a train ticket from Paris to Mainz?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paris to Mainz?

Book your Paris to Mainz bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Mainz.

Paris to Mainz - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Paris to Mainz by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris Est to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
4h 34m
€111–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Mainz central train stationbus N90 / ...
7h 20m
€45–70
Drive 534.9 km
1. Drive from Paris to Mainzcar 534.9 km
4h 46m
€86–124
Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane CDG - FRA
4h 23m
€85–262
Train via Paris Gare de Lyon
1. Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 82
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain S5 / ...
5h 13m
€100–247
Train via Saarbrücken
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Saarbruecken Hbftrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain Re3
5h 26m
€95–188
Fly from Paris Orly Airport
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ORY - FRA
6h 45m
€142–339

Paris to Mainz by train

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Distance: 646.1 km
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Mainz, Germany?

You can take a train from Paris Est to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Mainz central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €45–70 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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