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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mainz to Essen
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Essen will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
Of the 1 trains that leave Mainz for Essen on Wed, Jun 03, 1 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 315 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 5 h 35 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.
7:20 AM5h35Mainz12:55 PMEssen$1671One-way0 transfers
- 7:20 AM5h35Mainz12:55 PMEssen$1671One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Mainz to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $361.
Distance: 195 miles (315 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$172 Average price | $508 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mainz to Essen:
A bus is $127 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Essen costing on average $172 (€139).
A bus is $463 (€373) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Essen costing on average $508 (€410).
Other travel options to Essen take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 35m.
Bus takes on average 7h 0m.
Tickets start at around $172 (€139) compared to roughly $44 (€35) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-127.93 (€-103.28). The journey takes 5h 35m versus 4h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Mainz to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Essen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:14 AM Mainz | 2h08 | 11:22 AM Essen | 1 transfer | |
 | 10:14 AM Mainz | 2h44 | 12:58 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
.png) | 10:20 AM Mainz | 2h35 | 12:55 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:14 AM Mainz | 2h08 | 1:22 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 11:42 AM Mainz | 2h16 | 1:58 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 12:14 PM Mainz | 2h44 | 2:58 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 1:14 PM Mainz | 2h08 | 3:22 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 2:14 PM Mainz | 2h44 | 4:58 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 3:14 PM Mainz | 2h08 | 5:22 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 3:20 PM Mainz | 2h54 | 6:14 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:42 PM Mainz | 2h16 | 5:58 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 4:14 PM Mainz | 2h39 | 6:53 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 5:14 PM Mainz | 2h39 | 7:53 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 5:42 PM Mainz | 2h16 | 7:58 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 6:14 PM Mainz | 2h44 | 8:58 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 7:14 PM Mainz | 2h08 | 9:22 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 7:42 PM Mainz | 2h20 | 10:02 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 8:14 PM Mainz | 2h44 | 10:58 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 9:44 PM Mainz | 2h25 | 12:09 AM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
| 7:20 AM Mainz | 5h35 | 12:55 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Mainz to Essen by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mainz to Essen
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Trains from Mainz to Essen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $167 (€135) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 12:32. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (315 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 195 miles (315 km) |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $167 (€135) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 6:32 AM |
Last train 12:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), vlexx from Mainz to Essen trainsSüwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), vlexx trains will get you between Mainz and Essen from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
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FAQs: Trains from Mainz to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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