How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Mainz cost?

The bus ticket price from Essen to Mainz starts at US$33. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Mainz is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Mainz?

The average travel time between Essen and Mainz is around 12h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 186 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Mainz?

The number of buses from Essen to Mainz can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Mainz by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Essen to Mainz?

When taking the bus from Essen to Mainz, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Mainz?

Buses travelling between Essen and Mainz leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Mainz, Mainz- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Ring 16- gegenüberliegende Straßenseite, Bahnhofstraße.

Bus Essen to Mainz from US$33 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Mainz on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 40m	13:25	Mainz	No tags
08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 40m	13:25	Mainz	No tags
08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 40m	13:25	Mainz	No tags
08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 40m	13:25	Mainz	No tags
06:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	12h 30m	18:45	Mainz	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Mainz

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Mainz. The journey takes about 2 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just US$17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

2h 42mAverage duration

184 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$33 - US$49	Average duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$17 - US$136	Average duration2h 42m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Bus Essen to Mainz: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33

Average bus trip duration12h 30m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure06:15

Distance183 km

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FlixBus

3.5/511 138 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11138 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$33

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Essen to Mainz Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Essen and Mainz?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Stops in Mainz

A - Mainz

B - Mainz- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Ring 16- gegenüberliegende Straßenseite

C - Bahnhofstraße

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Mainz

How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Mainz cost?
The bus ticket price from Essen to Mainz starts at US$33. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Mainz is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Mainz?
The average travel time between Essen and Mainz is around 12h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 186 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Mainz?
The number of buses from Essen to Mainz can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Mainz by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Essen to Mainz?
When taking the bus from Essen to Mainz, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Mainz?
Buses travelling between Essen and Mainz leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Mainz, Mainz- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Ring 16- gegenüberliegende Straßenseite, Bahnhofstraße.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Essen and Mainz!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Essen to Mainz, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Essen to Mainz.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Essen to Mainz.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Mainz?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time12h 30m	Avg priceUS$33	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 42m	Avg priceUS$60	Daily departures10

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

Bus from Mainz to Essen

You can also go to Mainz by train

Train from Essen to Mainz

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