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Compare 2 ways to travel from Mainz to Essen

Average priceUS$29 - US$29Average duration9h 10m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average priceUS$29 - US$144Average duration3h 46m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Mainz to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
9h 10mAverage duration
US$29Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Mainz to Essen: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$75
Average train trip duration3h 46m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure05:43
Distance114 miles
Latest train departure19:13

Mainz to Essen Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mainz - Essen

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Essen cost?

    The average train ticket price from Mainz to Essen is US$75. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Mainz to Essen 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Mainz to Essen?

    A train trip between Mainz and Essen is around 3h 46m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 115 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Mainz and Essen?

    The number of trains from Mainz to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Mainz to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Mainz and Essen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Essen.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Essen you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Mainz and Essen compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Mainz to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Train from Essen to Mainz

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