Krefeld to Mainz distance
The distance from Krefeld (Germany) to Mainz (Germany) is 253 km by road, with a driving time of about 2 h 39 min. The straight-line distance is 191 km (118 miles); Mainz lies to the SE of Krefeld.
Reverse direction: Mainz to Krefeld distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 191 km | 44 min |
| Car (road) | 253 km | 2 h 39 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Krefeld to Mainz would cost roughly 514–689 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 253 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.
Krefeld
Krefeld is located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 20′ 4.31″ N, 6° 33′ 55.47″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.33 |
| Longitude | 6.57 |
| Region | Nordrhein-Westfalen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 231,406 |
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 Krefeld and Mainz is at 50.67° N, 7.42° E.
The nearest town is Asbach, Landkreis Neuwied, Rheinland-Pfalz — about 95 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Krefeld from Mainz?
By car it is 253 km, with a driving time of about 2 h 39 min. The straight-line distance between Krefeld and Mainz is 191 kilometres (118 miles or 103 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Krefeld to Mainz?
The driving distance is 253 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 2 h 39 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Mainz from Krefeld?
Mainz lies to the SE (141°) as seen from Krefeld.
How long is a flight from Krefeld to Mainz?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 44 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Krefeld to Mainz cost?
Over 253 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Krefeld to Mainz would cost roughly 514–689 € 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 Krefeld
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Krefeld → Mönchengladbach | 21 km |
| Krefeld → Neuss | 24 km |
| Krefeld → Düsseldorf | 28 km |
| Krefeld → Duisburg | 28 km |
| Krefeld → Mülheim | 38 km |
| Krefeld → Kevelaer | 39 km |
| Krefeld → Essen | 40 km |
| Krefeld → Oberhausen | 43 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 |