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Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20
Major modern art museum with works by Klee, Picasso and Mondrian. One of Düsseldorf’s most important cultural institutions.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Düsseldorf will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Mainz for Düsseldorf on Wed, Jun 03, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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 Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mainz to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Düsseldorf costing on average $64 (€52).
A bus is $114 (€92) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Düsseldorf costing on average $136 (€110).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 12m.
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (2h 12m by train vs 2h 40m by car). Tickets start at around $64 (€52) compared to roughly $39 (€32) 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 Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Düsseldorf trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:20 PM Mainz | 2h22 | 4:42 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
![]() | 6:17 AM Mainz | 2h15 | 8:32 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:20 AM Mainz | 2h15 | 8:35 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Mainz | 2h29 | 9:40 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Mainz | 2h12 | 9:32 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:51 AM Mainz | 2h38 | 11:29 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Mainz to Düsseldorf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Major modern art museum with works by Klee, Picasso and Mondrian. One of Düsseldorf’s most important cultural institutions.
Leading fine arts museum with painting, sculpture, design and decorative arts, popular for both permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Contemporary art museum in the Ständehaus, known for large installations and its striking glass dome.
Düsseldorf’s most famous boulevard, lined with luxury boutiques, a canal and elegant promenades.
Historic Old Town packed with architecture, squares and lively streets, ideal for walking and sightseeing.
Popular riverside promenade for walking, cycling and skyline views, especially scenic around sunset.
Düsseldorf’s signature top-fermented dark beer, copper-brown and bitter, traditionally served in small glasses in the Altstadt.
A Rhineland-style pot roast, usually beef marinated and braised in a sweet-sour gravy, often served with dumplings and red cabbage.
A classic Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes and apples, typically served with fried onions and black pudding.
Established fine-dining restaurant led by a celebrated chef, known for refined Japanese cuisine and an elegant Michelin-starred experience.
Well-known old-town brewery serving house-brewed Altbier and local specialties in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Historic Altbier brewery and restaurant known for classic Düsseldorf beer and hearty Rhineland dishes in a traditional beer hall setting.
Moderate by German standards: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but daily food and transport are manageable.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service; round up for taxis. Little or no tip is fine for counter service.
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