Essen to Mainz bus with BlaBlaCar

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Mainz

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

12 h 30 m

Average duration

12 h 30 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

186 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Essen to Mainz will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Essen for Mainz every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 186 km distance in an average of 12 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 12 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.

FlixBus
04:1512h30
Essen
16:45Mainz
£301One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Essen to Mainz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £81.

Distance: 186 km

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Flight

£32

Average Price

Cheapest

£45

Average Price

£86

Average Price

4h 31m

Average total duration

4h 1m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 16m

Average total duration

2h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

50m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Essen to Mainz bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:41
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blablacarbus07:55 Essen
19h55
03:50 Mainz0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Essen to Mainz

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Buses from Essen to Mainz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
186 km
Average bus duration
4h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
8h 10m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Essen to MainzYou can travel by bus between Essen to Mainz with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 10m
Cheapest Price
£14
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Essen to Mainz coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Essen to Mainz with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Mainz.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Essen to Mainz can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Essen to Mainz is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Essen to Mainz coach travel time is 4 h 40 min   for the 115 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Essen to Mainz leaves at 05: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Essen to Mainz leaves at 14: 05.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Essen to Mainz without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 5 direct coaches from Essen to Mainz each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from Essen to Mainz you can take a coach with BlaBlaCar or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Essen and Mainz on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz), located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Mainz from Essen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Essen to Mainz by coach is January.
You have options as you can travel to Mainz from Essen 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Essen to Mainz has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Essen to Mainz.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Essen to Mainz.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Essen to Mainz, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Essen to Mainz.
    No, luggage for the coach from Essen to Mainz needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Essen to Mainz.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Essen to Mainz.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Essen to Mainz.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Essen to Mainz.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Mainz

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    The major coach station for departures in Essen is Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) for your trip from Essen to Mainz.
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