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What is the best way to travel from Dresden to Mainz?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Mainz from Dresden. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 55m
£22
£24
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Train
9h 3m
£22
£22
24

What is the cheapest way to reach Mainz from Dresden?

You can reach Mainz with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
Saturday
from £24
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from £22
Wednesday
Thursday
from £22

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Dresden
    Train Station
    06:40
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Dresden
    Train Station
    00:55
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Dresden
    Train Station
    00:55
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 23m
    0
    20:07
    Dresden
    Train Station
    05:30
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 3m
    0
    20:07
    Dresden
    Train Station
    05:10
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 22m
    0
    20:08
    Dresden
    Train Station
    05:30
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Dresden
    Train Station
    00:55
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:20
    Dresden
    Train Station
    06:40
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

What are the fastest trips from Dresden to Mainz?

You can get to Mainz from Dresden in just 6h 55m with a Bus from FlixBus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
Saturday
from 6h 55m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 6h 55m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 6h 55m

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Dresden
    Train Station
    00:55
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Dresden
    Train Station
    06:40
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Dresden
    Train Station
    00:55
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Dresden
    Train Station
    00:55
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:20
    Dresden
    Train Station
    06:40
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 3m
    0
    20:07
    Dresden
    Train Station
    05:10
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 22m
    0
    20:08
    Dresden
    Train Station
    05:30
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 23m
    0
    20:07
    Dresden
    Train Station
    05:30
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Dresden to Mainz

What are the most popular stations in Dresden and Mainz?

In Dresden, you will usually depart from Train Station, Reitbahnstraße Bus Station or Reick Train Station, while in Mainz you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Laubenheim Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Mainz from Dresden? With 3 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dresden and Mainz, you can pay as low as £22 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Mainz in just 6h 55m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dresden and Mainz are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Dresden and Mainz is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Freital or to Budenheim, and look at flights from Dresden Airport, and landing at Frankfurt am Main Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Dresden to Mainz?

The most popular companies between Dresden and Mainz, are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Dresden to Mainz

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dresden to Mainz. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Dresden to Mainz

How can I reach Mainz from Dresden?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Mainz from Dresden.

How far is Mainz from Dresden?

The distance between Dresden and Mainz is 405.4 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dresden and Mainz?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 69 kgs, and a flight 100 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dresden to Mainz?

You can get to Mainz with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Mainz in just 6h 55m with a Bus from FlixBus.

More routes to Dresden and to Mainz

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dresden and to Mainz. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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