Cheap coach tickets from Munich to Mainz

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Coach from Munich to Mainz: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Munich to Mainz. Travelling by coach from Munich to Mainz usually takes around 10 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 9 hours.

Distance
198 mi (319 km)
Shortest duration
9h
Cheapest price
£24.99
Trips per day
3
Most frequent service
FlixBus
Coach lines
1

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How much is a coach ticket from Munich to Mainz?

Coach tickets for a trip from Munich to Mainz cost about £35 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than £35 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Munich to Mainz by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Munich to Mainz in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £30 to £42. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 4 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Mainz this week, coach tickets are available starting at £30.

Average coach ticket prices from Munich to Mainz by month

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Taking the coach from Munich to Mainz is usually cheapest in February, when the average ticket price is only £27. If you're planning to take the coach from Munich to Mainz during August, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £38. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What coach companies travel from Munich to Mainz?

There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Munich to Mainz. FlixBus connects the two cities by coach, it offers multiple scheduled coaches per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus310h 18m£37.34
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Munich to Mainz, and usually makes the trip in about 10 hours and 18 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Munich to Mainz

There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Munich to Mainz every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.

Trips per day

3

Direct trips

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The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 198 miles from Munich to Mainz. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

198

Distance (km)

319

The first coach leaves at 0:30 and the last coach leaves at 22:45. To see the times for all coaches from Munich to Mainz, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:30am

Latest coach

10:45pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Mainz at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Tuesday

City Information

Munich

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Boasting a quaint beauty that has withstood the test of time, Munich is a vibrant city where the old meets the new. One of the most noticeable events in the city is Oktoberfest. The festival is the largest beer festival in the world, and it is here that you can enjoy a huge variety of beers, as well as local specialities and themed entertainment. For those who want to learn more about the city’s architectural history, consider visiting the Church of Our Lady, which features two unique dome-topped towers, forming an eye-catching part of Munich’s skyline. If you simply wish to enjoy a stroll around town, the English Garden, with its signature Chinesischen Turm, will offer the reprieve you need.

Among the local favourites in the city are Spatenhaus and Haxnbauer, both of which serve authentic hearty Munich dishes. For a more affordable dinner, you could check out the beer gardens such as Seehaus Biergarten or Augustinerkeller.

München Hauptbahnhof, located at the centre of Munich, is the principal train station in the city serving all Deutsche Bahn trains that pass through town. Munich’s Central Bus Station is located in the heart of the city, making it easy to catch a coach by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Sindbad. The main airport is the Franz Josef Strauss International Airport, which lies 19 miles northeast of the city centre.

Mainz

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Mainz is the state of Rhineland-Palatinate's capital city and is located along the Rhine River, close to Frankfurt. The city is a cultural centre and a transport hub in the region, known for its delightful wine and historic buildings. The most iconic building in the city is the Mainz Cathedral, a grand Romanesque cathedral over 1,000 years old. The cathedral dominates the historic market square, surrounded by other charming buildings like the iconic half-timbered houses of the area.

Also off the historic market square, you'll find the Gutenberg Museum, dedicated to the history of printing and home to two of Johannes Gutenberg's Bibles. Mainz includes several other noteworthy museums to round out your visit: the Museum of Ancient Seafaring with a focus on Roman ships, Kunsthalle de Mayence, a museum of art, and Landesmuseum Mainz, which focuses on local history.

The Frankfurt Airport is the airport closest to Mainz, and it's easy to take a train to Frankfurt before catching a flight. Of course, trains also connect to other German cities like Stuttgart, Munich, and Hamburg. Mainz is also accessible via coach routes that cover most of Europe.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Munich?

Main departure station: Central Bus Station

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Munich's Central Bus Station (or ZOB) is very close to the city's train station and within a short walk of Old Town. As the centre of Munich's coach travel services, this station welcomes coach lines like FlixBus and RegioJet. The station is expansive, with multiple stories of offices that overlook the train tracks outside. Passengers will find many fast-food options, as well as convenience stores, ATMs, and public toilets inside the station.

All coach stations in Munich:

  • Central Bus Station
  • Fröttmaning

Where does the coach arrive in Mainz?

Main arrival station: Mainz Central Train Station - Exit West

All coaches from Munich arrive at one main station in Mainz.

Coach stations in Mainz:

  • Mainz Central Train Station - Exit West

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