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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Buses for the journey to Mainz from Karlsruhe. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 59m
$21
$38
36
Car
1h 30m
$13
$16
4

What is the cheapest way to reach Mainz from Karlsruhe?

You can get to Mainz with just $13 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $21
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from $13
Wednesday
from $14
Thursday

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 12m
    0
    9:47 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    11:59 PM
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 59m
    0
    2:16 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    4:15 PM
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $44
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 23m
    0
    5:21 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:44 PM
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $44
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 0m
    0
    11:47 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    1:47 PM
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Karlsruhe
    6:40 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $13
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    2:00 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 30m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    5:50 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    4:50 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $24

    Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Karlsruhe
    12:50 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14

What are the fastest trips from Karlsruhe to Mainz?

You can get to Mainz from Karlsruhe in just 1h 30m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Friday
from 1h 59m
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 1h 30m
Wednesday
from 1h 50m
Thursday

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 59m
    0
    2:16 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    4:15 PM
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $44
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 0m
    0
    11:47 AM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    1:47 PM
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 12m
    0
    9:47 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    11:59 PM
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 23m
    0
    5:21 PM
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    7:44 PM
    Mainz
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $44

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 30m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    5:50 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Karlsruhe
    2:00 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Karlsruhe
    6:40 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $13
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    4:50 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $24

    Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Karlsruhe
    12:50 PM
    Mainz
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Karlsruhe to Mainz

What are the most popular stations in Karlsruhe and Mainz?

In Karlsruhe, you will usually depart from Central Station, Heidehof Train Station or Tullastraße / Verkehrsbetriebe 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 Karlsruhe? With 3 connections between 2 Carpool, Train and Bus 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 Karlsruhe and Mainz, you can pay as low as $13 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Mainz in just 1h 30m.

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 Karlsruhe and Mainz are BlaBlaCar 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 Karlsruhe 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 Ettlingen or to Budenheim, and look at flights from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden 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 Karlsruhe to Mainz?

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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

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

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

How can I reach Mainz from Karlsruhe?

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

How far is Mainz from Karlsruhe?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Mainz is 68.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Karlsruhe 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 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 19 kgs, and a flight 27 kgs.

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

You can get to Mainz with just $13 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe 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 1h 30m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Karlsruhe and to Mainz

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