What is the travel distance from Cologne to Mainz?

Cologne and Mainz are 88 miles (142 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Cologne to Mainz start their journey at Cologne/Bonn Airport and wind up at Mainz. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Cologne to Mainz from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Mainz on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	8h	6:40am	Mainz	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 25m	6:40am	Mainz	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 45m	1:25pm	Mainz	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 45m	1:25pm	Mainz	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 30m	7:10pm	Mainz	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Mainz

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Mainz. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

87 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $45	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $120	Average Duration1h 47m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $24	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Mainz?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Mainz

A - Mainz

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

C - Bahnhofstraße

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Mainz by bus

What is the travel distance from Cologne to Mainz?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Mainz?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

$31

11/17

$27

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11/19

$27

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11/22

$27

11/23

$28

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Mainz was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Mainz, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $32 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Mainz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-19.