How to get from Rüsselsheim to Mainz by bus and train?

From Rüsselsheim to Mainz by bus and train

To get from Rüsselsheim to Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet, take the S8 train from Rüsselsheim Opelwerk Bahnhof station to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station. Next, take the 630 bus from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station to Bretzenheim, Vor Der Frecht station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The bus and train schedule from Rüsselsheim may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Mainz on the Moovit app.

29min
Train - S8S8
Bus - 630630
Leaves from Rüsselsheim Opelwerk Bahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rüsselsheim
  • 2
    Train - S8S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mainz, Hauptbahnhof
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mainz, Hauptbahnhof
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 630630
    Wait for bus
    630
    Partenheim, Hauptstraße
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Bretzenheim, Vor Der Frecht
    Ride to bus station
    Bretzenheim, Vor Der Frecht
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Rüsselsheim to Mainz by light rail and train

To get from Rüsselsheim to Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet, take the S8 train from Rüsselsheim Opelwerk Bahnhof station to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station. Next, take the 51 light rail from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station to Bretzenheim(Mz),H.-Böckler-S. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Rüsselsheim may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Mainz on the Moovit app.

44min
Train - S8S8
Light Rail - 5151
Walk to Mainz
Leaves from Rüsselsheim Opelwerk Bahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rüsselsheim
  • 2
    Train - S8S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mainz, Hauptbahnhof
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Mainz, Hauptbahnhof
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - 5151
    Wait for light rail
    51
    Lerchenberg, Hindemithstr.
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bretzenheim(Mz),H.-Böckler-S.
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Mainz
    Walk to
    Mainz
    480 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rüsselsheim to Mainz

The distance between Rüsselsheim, Rhein-Main Gebiet and Mainz, Rhein-Main Gebiet is approximately 15.55 km, which can typically be travelled in 29 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rüsselsheim to Mainz by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Rhein-Main Gebiet – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Rüsselsheim to Mainz

To check the bus and train schedule from Rüsselsheim to Mainz using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rüsselsheim) and destination (Mainz), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Rüsselsheim to Mainz by light rail and train

To get from Rüsselsheim to Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet, take the S8 train from Rüsselsheim Opelwerk Bahnhof station to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station. Next, take the 51 light rail from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station to Bretzenheim(Mz),H.-Böckler-S. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Rüsselsheim may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Mainz on the Moovit app.

44min
Train - S8S8
Light Rail - 5151
Walk to Mainz
Leaves from Rüsselsheim Opelwerk Bahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rüsselsheim
  • 2
    Train - S8S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mainz, Hauptbahnhof
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Mainz, Hauptbahnhof
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - 5151
    Wait for light rail
    51
    Lerchenberg, Hindemithstr.
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bretzenheim(Mz),H.-Böckler-S.
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Mainz
    Walk to
    Mainz
    480 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rüsselsheim to Mainz?

    The fastest way takes 29 minutes, using Train line S8, Bus line 630.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rüsselsheim to Mainz?

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Train line S8, Light Rail line 51.

  • Is there a direct train between Rüsselsheim and Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 29 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rüsselsheim to Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet?

    The S8 train line goes from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station near Rüsselsheim to Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station near Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rüsselsheim to Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Rüsselsheim and Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet by train and bus is about 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Rüsselsheim to get to Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet?

    Get on the S8 train from the Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station near Rüsselsheim in Rhein-Main Gebiet.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Rüsselsheim and Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet?

    Get off the train at the Mainz, Hauptbahnhof stop, which is closest to Mainz in Rhein-Main Gebiet.

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