Hamburg to Mainz train from $21 (€18) with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,RB,EC)

Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Mainz

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Cheapest

$40

Average

$40

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

11:20AM11h40

Hamburg Hbf

11:00PMMainz Hbf

$401One-way

1 transfer

Train schedule from Hamburg to Mainz

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FlixTrain

11:20AM11h40

Hamburg Hbf

11:00PMMainz Hbf

1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Fastest train times from Hamburg to Mainz

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Fastest Journey

11 h 40 m

Average

11 h 40 m

Trains per day

Distance

417 km

It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Mainz without transferring at least once.

Fastest

11:20AM11h40

Hamburg Hbf

11:00PMMainz Hbf

$401One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Hamburg to Mainz

Distance	258 miles (416 km)
Average train duration	4 h 16 min
Average train ticket price	$94 (€81)
Train frequency	16 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 11 direct trains a day
Train providers	Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain

Trains from Hamburg to Mainz cover the 258 miles (416 km) long route taking on average 4 h 16 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $21 (€18), but the average price of train tickets is $94 (€81). Travelers depart most frequently from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Mainz Hbf.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Hamburg to Mainz trains

For as little as $21 (€18) you can travel by train from Hamburg to Mainz with Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

FlixTrain is a German train company which is part of FlixMobility, the company who own FlixBus. Since 2018, FlixMobility has also offered the option of train travel to some of the largest German cities like Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Berlin including trains from Hamburg to Mainz. FlixTrain has high speed comfortable trains with a guaranteed seat, foot space, reading lamp and a luggage rack to store your belongings as well as sockets on most trains and free Wi-Fi for all passengers. The most popualr routes in Germany for FlixTrain are from Berlin to Hamburg, Frankfurt to Stuttgart and Cologne to Hamburg. They also offer trains on the Sotckholm to Gothenburg route in Sweden.

Train information from Hamburg to Mainz with FlixTrain:

Average Duration: 10 h 53 min
Cheapest Price: $41

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains to Mainz from Hamburg. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Mainz train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $21
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Mainz

FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Mainz easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Mainz.

Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Mainz can start from as little as $21 (€18) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hamburg to Mainz is $95 (€81); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Hamburg to Mainz train time is 4 h 16 min covering the 258 mile (416 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Hamburg to Mainz leaves at 6: 24 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Hamburg to Mainz leaves at 6: 01 PM.

Yes, there are 11 direct trains a day from Hamburg to Mainz with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the trip from Hamburg to Mainz you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Hamburg to Mainz on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 01 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Mainz Hbf, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Mainz from Hamburg is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 16 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Hamburg to Mainz by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Mainz including taking a bus, train or flight.

Popular train stations from Hamburg to Mainz

Hamburg

Mainz

The major railway station for departures from Hamburg is Hamburg Hbf. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Hbf for your journey to Mainz from Hamburg.

Hamburg Hbf Wifi

Amenities at station

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Address

Hachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany

Phone Number

+49 4039184400

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 21: 30 | Sat - Sun: 08: 00 - 20: 15

Public transit options for Hamburg Hbf

U-Bahn lines: U1, U2, U3, U4
S-Bahn lines: S1, S2, S3, S11, S21, S31
Bus lines: 2, 5, 6, 16, 17, 19, 112, X35, 31, 37
Train lines: ICE, EC, IC, FLX, NJ, RE, RB, IRE

Hamburg Altona Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

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Address

Hamburg-Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Str. 17, 22765 Hamburg

Ticket Office Hours

At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.

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