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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Mainz
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Mainz will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 8 buses that leave Cologne for Mainz every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:001h40Cologne08:40Mainz£81One-way0 changes
(Amsterdam -> Prague)19:402h20Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)22:00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£91One-way0 changes- 08:001h40Cologne09:40Mainz£101One-way0 changes
- 10:002h30Cologne12:30Mainz£101One-way0 changes
- 10:202h10Cologne12:30Mainz£111One-way0 changes
- 07:001h40Cologne08:40Mainz£81One-way0 changes
- 08:001h40Cologne09:40Mainz£101One-way0 changes
- 10:202h10Cologne12:30Mainz£111One-way0 changes
- (Amsterdam -> Prague)19:402h20Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)22:00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£91One-way0 changes
- 10:002h30Cologne12:30Mainz£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Mainz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 141 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Mainz bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Mainz coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 29 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:15 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 6h40 | 13:55 Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h35 | 20:10 Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz) | 1 change | |
| (Amsterdam -> Prague) | 17:40 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 2h20 | 20:00 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 7h35 | 04:40 Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Mainz
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Buses from Cologne to Mainz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 141 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 141 km |
Average bus duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Cologne to MainzYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Mainz with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Mainz coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Mainz by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mainz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Mainz
Wifi
Parking
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Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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