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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Mainz from Magdeburg. 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, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
11h 40m
£25
£35
2
Train
5h 12m
£30
£37
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What is the cheapest way to reach Mainz from Magdeburg?

You can reach Mainz with just £25 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.

Thursday
from £34
Friday
from £37
Saturday
Sunday
from £29
Monday
Tuesday
from £31
Wednesday
from £25

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 47m
    0
    01:23
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    09:10
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 4m
    0
    18:29
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    01:33
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £43
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 42m
    0
    17:33
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    23:15
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £53
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 49m
    0
    17:26
    Magdeburg
    Neustadt Train Station
    23:15
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £55

    • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    17:20
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    08:10
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    22:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:25
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    22:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:25
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    22:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:25
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    17:33
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    23:33
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 42m
    0
    05:06
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    11:48
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 43m
    0
    05:06
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    11:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 16m
    0
    07:33
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    13:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 16m
    0
    09:33
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    15:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 47m
    0
    04:02
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    09:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 12m
    0
    13:18
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    18:30
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 31m
    0
    17:18
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    22:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 15m
    0
    18:18
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    23:33
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £37

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    22:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:25
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25

What are the fastest trips from Magdeburg to Mainz?

You can get to Mainz from Magdeburg in just 5h 12m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 5h 42m
Friday
from 11h 40m
Saturday
Sunday
from 6h 0m
Monday
Tuesday
from 5h 12m
Wednesday
from 11h 40m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 42m
    0
    17:33
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    23:15
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £53
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 49m
    0
    17:26
    Magdeburg
    Neustadt Train Station
    23:15
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £55
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 4m
    0
    18:29
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    01:33
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £43
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 47m
    0
    01:23
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    09:10
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34

    • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    22:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:25
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46
  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    17:20
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    08:10
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    22:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:25
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    17:33
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    23:33
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 16m
    0
    07:33
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    13:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 16m
    0
    09:33
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    15:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 42m
    0
    05:06
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    11:48
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 43m
    0
    05:06
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    11:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34

    • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    22:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:25
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 12m
    0
    13:18
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    18:30
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 15m
    0
    18:18
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    23:33
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £37
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 31m
    0
    17:18
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    22:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 47m
    0
    04:02
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    09:49
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    22:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    10:25
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Magdeburg to Mainz

What are the most popular stations in Magdeburg and Mainz?

In Magdeburg, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Neustadt Train Station, while in Mainz you will be arriving at Laubenheim Train Station, Central Bus Station or Central 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 Magdeburg? With 4 connections between 2 Bus and Train 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 Magdeburg and Mainz, you can pay as low as £25 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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Mainz in just 5h 12m.

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 Magdeburg and Mainz are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, 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 Magdeburg 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 Biederitz or to Budenheim, and look at flights from , 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 Magdeburg to Mainz?

The most popular companies between Magdeburg and Mainz, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. 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 Magdeburg to Mainz

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg to Mainz

How can I reach Mainz from Magdeburg?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Mainz from Magdeburg.

How far is Mainz from Magdeburg?

The distance between Magdeburg and Mainz is 334.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Magdeburg 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 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 57 kgs, and a flight 82 kgs.

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

You can get to Mainz with just £25 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Magdeburg 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 5h 12m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Magdeburg and to Mainz

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