Chemnitz to Mainz distance
The distance from Chemnitz (Germany) to Mainz (Germany) is 425 km by road, with a driving time of about 4 h 22 min. The straight-line distance is 344 km (214 miles); Mainz lies to the WSW of Chemnitz.
Reverse direction: Mainz to Chemnitz distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 344 km | 56 min |
| Car (road) | 425 km | 4 h 22 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Chemnitz to Mainz would cost roughly 858–1153 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 425 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.
Chemnitz
Chemnitz is located in Sachsen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 50° 49′ 41.60″ N, 12° 55′ 15.08″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 50.83 |
| Longitude | 12.92 |
| Region | Sachsen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 245,618 |
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 Chemnitz and Mainz is at 50.43° N, 10.56° E.
The nearest town is Dingsleben, Landkreis Hildburghausen, Thüringen — about 172 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Chemnitz from Mainz?
By car it is 425 km, with a driving time of about 4 h 22 min. The straight-line distance between Chemnitz and Mainz is 344 kilometres (214 miles or 186 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Chemnitz to Mainz?
The driving distance is 425 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 4 h 22 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Mainz from Chemnitz?
Mainz lies to the WSW (256°) as seen from Chemnitz.
How long is a flight from Chemnitz to Mainz?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 56 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Chemnitz to Mainz cost?
Over 425 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Chemnitz to Mainz would cost roughly 858–1153 € 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 Chemnitz
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Chemnitz → Dresden | 76 km |
| Chemnitz → Leipzig | 83 km |
| Chemnitz → Karlovy Vary | 88 km |
| Chemnitz → Jena | 109 km |
| Chemnitz → Weimar | 134 km |
| Chemnitz → Halle (Saale) | 136 km |
| Chemnitz → Erfurt | 152 km |
| Chemnitz → Prague | 161 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 |