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

The cheapest way to get from Rastatt to Mainz is to bus which costs €21 - €40 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rastatt to Mainz is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Rastatt and Mainz?

No, there is no direct bus from Rastatt station to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe central train station and arriving at Mainz, Stadtpark via Frankfurt and Kelsterbach Rathaus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Rastatt and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Rastatt to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Rastatt and arriving at Mainz, Hauptbahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Rastatt to Mainz?

The distance between Rastatt and Mainz is 152 km. The road distance is 160.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rastatt to Mainz without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 2h 38m and costs €27 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Rastatt to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rastatt to Mainz bus from?

Rastatt to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Rastatt to Mainz train from?

Rastatt to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Rastatt to Mainz?

The best way to get from Rastatt to Mainz is to train via Mannheim which takes 2h 38m and costs €27 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Rastatt to Mainz bus arrive?

Rastatt to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt Airport station.

Where does the Rastatt to Mainz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rastatt to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Rastatt to Mainz is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Rastatt to Mainz.

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

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Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
2h 38m
€27–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Frankfurt Airportbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kelsterbach Rathaus to Mainz, Stadtparkbus S8e
4h 58m
€21–37
Drive 160.6 km
1. Drive from Rastatt to Mainzcar 160.6 km
1h 20m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain S6
3h 42m
€33–52
Train #2
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Marktplatz to Germersheimtrain 84892 / ...
2. Take the train from Germersheim to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re4
3h 57m

Rastatt to Mainz by train

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Distance: 152 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Rastatt, Germany and Mainz, Germany?

You can take a train from Rastatt to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rastatt to Mainz, Stadtpark via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe central train station, Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt, and Kelsterbach Rathaus in around 4h 58m.

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