Berlin to Mainz distance
The distance from Berlin (Germany) to Mainz (Germany) is 575 km by road, with a driving time of about 5 h 54 min. The straight-line distance is 456 km (283 miles); Mainz lies to the SW of Berlin.
Reverse direction: Mainz to Berlin distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 456 km | 64 min |
| Car (road) | 575 km | 5 h 54 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Berlin to Mainz would cost roughly 1158–1558 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 575 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Berlin
Berlin is located in Berlin, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 52° 31′ 12.02″ N, 13° 24′ 17.83″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 52.52 |
| Longitude | 13.4 |
| Region | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 3,685,265 |
Mainz
Mainz is located in Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 49° 59′ 34.30″ N, 8° 14′ 50.11″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 49.99 |
| Longitude | 8.25 |
| Region | Rheinland-Pfalz |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 224,684 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Berlin and Mainz is at 51.28° N, 10.76° E.
The nearest town is Rockstedt, Kyffhäuserkreis, Thüringen — about 228 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Berlin from Mainz?
By car it is 575 km, with a driving time of about 5 h 54 min. The straight-line distance between Berlin and Mainz is 456 kilometres (283 miles or 246 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Berlin to Mainz?
The driving distance is 575 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 5 h 54 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Mainz from Berlin?
Mainz lies to the SW (234°) as seen from Berlin.
How long is a flight from Berlin to Mainz?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 64 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Berlin to Mainz cost?
Over 575 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Berlin to Mainz would cost roughly 1158–1558 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Berlin
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Berlin → Potsdam | 35 km |
| Berlin → Buckow | 68 km |
| Berlin → Bad Saarow | 73 km |
| Berlin → Wittenberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Rheinsberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Cottbus | 126 km |
| Berlin → Magdeburg | 156 km |
| Berlin → Halle (Saale) | 170 km |
Distances from Mainz
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Mainz → Wiesbaden | 16 km |
| Mainz → Rüdesheim am Rhein | 37 km |
| Mainz → Darmstadt | 41 km |
| Mainz → Frankfurt am Main | 44 km |
| Mainz → Bacharach | 45 km |
| Mainz → Offenbach | 50 km |
| Mainz → Oberwesel | 52 km |
| Mainz → Sankt Goar | 74 km |