- Must visit
Museum Frieder Burda
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with changing international exhibitions in a striking neoclassical building on Lichtentaler Allee.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€53
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€53
Fastest journey on Aug 30
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
2 h 15 m
Trains on Aug 30
1
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Baden-Baden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Baden-Baden will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 1 trains from Mainz to Baden-Baden, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Baden-Baden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €53, while a train costs an average of €53.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 54m by train vs 1h 59m by car). Tickets start at around €53 compared to roughly €26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Baden-Baden trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:25 PM Mainz | 2h57 | 9:22 PM Baden-Baden | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
![]() | 6:13 AM Mainz | 2h15 | 8:28 AM Baden-Baden | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Mainz to Baden-Baden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Baden-Baden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Baden-Baden trip today.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with changing international exhibitions in a striking neoclassical building on Lichtentaler Allee.
Municipal museum in a grand villa, presenting art, design, and cultural history through rotating exhibitions near the city’s museum quarter.
Museum on Roman bathing culture and archaeology, preserving extensive ancient ruins that explain Baden-Baden’s origins as a spa town.
Elegant riverside park and promenade lined with trees, bridges, villas, and museums. It is Baden-Baden’s signature walking route.
Historic old town quarter with lanes, shops, churches, and squares. Ideal for strolling among Baden-Baden’s classic architecture and atmosphere.
Popular hilltop viewpoint reached by paths and roads, offering wide panoramas over Baden-Baden and the surrounding Black Forest foothills.
Thin egg noodles from Swabian-Baden cooking, often served with cheese or gravy. A comforting regional staple found across Baden-Württemberg.
A hearty Black Forest-style cake from the region, layered with chocolate sponge, cherries, cream, and kirsch. It is Baden’s most famous dessert.
A classic Baden white wine made from Riesling grapes. The sunny slopes around Baden produce elegant, fresh wines central to local food culture.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Brenners Park-Hotel, known for refined French cuisine, polished service, and a formal luxury atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant and wine tavern with Baden and Alsatian influence. Popular for tarte flambée, regional wines, and a warm, lively atmosphere.
Traditional Baden restaurant serving regional classics in a cozy historic setting. A reliable choice for local dishes and relaxed service.
Baden-Baden is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel and spa costs; dining is moderate to high, while local transit is reasonable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up. In cafes, round up for table service.
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Baden-Baden station -> Leopoldsplatz, Baden-Baden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Baden-Baden by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Baden-Baden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mainz to Baden-Baden trains use the Mainz Hbf to Baden-Baden station pair, with some services arriving at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Baden-Baden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Mangal, Asia Wok, Bistrorante Midi, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Hbf. ATMs are available at Mainz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Hbf. Information desks are available at Mainz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Advena Europa Hotel, GuestHouse Mainz, Terminus, Hotel Moguntia.
Mainz Römisches Theater is 1 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Römisches Theater has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Cafe Extrablatt, Hans im Glück, The Big Easy
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. ATMs are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Information desks are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Regency Mainz, Favorite Parkhotel, Ibis Hotel Mainz City, Hof Ehrenfels.
Baden-Baden is 4 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Looping, Bäckerei Armbruster, Coffee Fellows, Imbiss-Stich
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden.
Nearby hotels include Neuer Karlshof.
Baden-Baden Haueneberstein is 6 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden Haueneberstein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Sportgaststätte, Blume, La Dolce Vita
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden Haueneberstein.
Nearby hotels include Blume.
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