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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Kaiserslautern to Mainz. Traveling by coach from Kaiserslautern to Mainz usually takes around one hour and 5 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in just one hour,
| Distance | 44 mi (71 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £5.10 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Kaiserslautern to Mainz?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Kaiserslautern to Mainz. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4 | 1h 5m | £7.21 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 4 trips from Kaiserslautern to Mainz, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 5 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of one hour and 5 minutes to cover the 44 miles from Kaiserslautern to Mainz. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach 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.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Mainz, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Kaiserslautern to Mainz, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Kaiserslautern to Mainz every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Kaiserslautern to Mainz without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Kaiserslautern to Mainz; ticket prices start at £17.24.
City Information
Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern is a historic city in Germany whose founding dates to the 9th century. The area hosted a hunting retreat for Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa in the 12th century. It is now one of the country's cultural centres, filled with artistic, historical, and outdoorsy attractions.
History fans will love visiting the remains of two medieval castles in Kaiserslautern: the Burg Hohenecken and Nanstein Castle, a bit further out of town. Another popular spot to visit is the city's Japanese garden, complete with a teahouse and koi ponds. The Gartenschau Kaiserslautern is another park, and it appeals especially to kids with its inventive playgrounds and enormous dinosaur models. Finally, the nearby Palatinate Forest offers gorgeous scenery along its many hiking paths.
Kaiserslautern is located between Frankfurt and Germany's border with France, so even though it is not a major metropolis, it is easy to travel to Kaiserslautern. Over 30 intercity coach routes arrive daily in the city, operated by FlixBus, Sindbad, and Union Ivkoni. You can also travel by train, thanks to Deutsche Bahn's connections to many cities throughout Europe.
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 transportation 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 Kaiserslautern?
Main departure station: Bahnhofstraße 26-28
Most coaches depart from the main station in Kaiserslautern.
All coach stations in Kaiserslautern:
Bahnhofstraße 26-28
Where does the coach arrive in Mainz?
Main arrival station: Mainz Central Train Station - Exit West
All coaches from Kaiserslautern arrive at one main station in Mainz.
Coach stations in Mainz:
Mainz Central Train Station - Exit West
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