Mainz to Rome by bus
Rome lies 957 km (595 mi) south of Mainz, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 17 h 25 min including stops, over roughly 1,167 km (725 mi) of road.
| Mainz | Rome | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Italy |
| Population | 222,889 | 2.3 million |
| Elevation | 125 m (410 ft) | 52 m (171 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
What changes when you arrive in Rome
Crossing from Germany into Italy: sockets are Euro, Schuko, Type L; the dialling code becomes +39; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book buses from Mainz to Rome
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Staying in Rome
Our booking partner lists 19,495+ places to stay in Rome (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 933 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (548), and 60 are five-star. Across 951 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 1,412,822 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Rome from Mainz?
957 km (595 mi) in a straight line, south of Mainz; by road roughly 1,167 km (725 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mainz to Rome by bus?
About 17 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mainz and Rome?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Rome?
The Euro (EUR).
Where can I stay in Rome?
Our booking partner lists 19,495+ places to stay in Rome, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.