- Must visit
Museum Schloss Philippsruhe
Hanau's flagship museum in Philippsruhe Palace, covering city history, decorative arts, and strong Brothers Grimm connections.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Hanau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Hanau will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
It's difficult to get from Mainz to Hanau without transferring at least once.

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Trains from Mainz to Hanau run on average 1 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 49m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Mainz to Hanau.
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Hanau trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:13 AM Mainz | 1h28 | 5:41 AM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:43 AM Mainz | 1h28 | 6:11 AM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:13 AM Mainz | 1h13 | 6:26 AM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:39 AM Mainz | 1h02 | 6:41 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:09 AM Mainz | 1h02 | 7:11 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:39 AM Mainz | 1h02 | 7:41 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:43 AM Mainz | 1h13 | 7:56 AM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:09 AM Mainz | 1h02 | 8:11 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:39 AM Mainz | 1h02 | 8:41 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:09 AM Mainz | 1h02 | 9:11 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:39 AM Mainz | 1h17 | 9:56 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:43 AM Mainz | 1h13 | 9:56 AM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:09 AM Mainz | 1h17 | 10:26 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:39 AM Mainz | 1h17 | 10:56 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:09 AM Mainz | 1h17 | 11:26 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:39 AM Mainz | 1h17 | 11:56 AM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:43 AM Mainz | 1h13 | 11:56 AM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:09 AM Mainz | 1h17 | 12:26 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:39 AM Mainz | 1h17 | 12:56 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:09 PM Mainz | 1h17 | 1:26 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:39 PM Mainz | 1h17 | 1:56 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:43 PM Mainz | 1h13 | 1:56 PM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:09 PM Mainz | 1h17 | 2:26 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:39 PM Mainz | 1h17 | 2:56 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:09 PM Mainz | 1h17 | 3:26 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:39 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 3:41 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:43 PM Mainz | 1h13 | 3:56 PM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:09 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 4:11 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:39 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 4:41 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:09 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 5:11 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:39 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 5:41 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:43 PM Mainz | 1h13 | 5:56 PM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:09 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 6:11 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:39 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 6:41 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:09 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 7:11 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:39 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 7:41 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:43 PM Mainz | 1h13 | 7:56 PM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:09 PM Mainz | 1h02 | 8:11 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:39 PM Mainz | 1h17 | 8:56 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:43 PM Mainz | 1h43 | 9:26 PM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:39 PM Mainz | 1h17 | 9:56 PM Hanau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:43 PM Mainz | 1h13 | 9:56 PM Hanau | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Mainz to Hanau with Deutsche Bahn. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Hanau's flagship museum in Philippsruhe Palace, covering city history, decorative arts, and strong Brothers Grimm connections.
Museum in Wilhelmsbad focused on Hessian spa culture, park history, and the development of this elegant resort area.
Interactive museum about paper theater and miniature stage art, unusual and family-friendly within the Wilhelmsbad complex.
Hanau's central square with the Grimm monument, weekly market activity, and direct access to major shopping streets.
Elegant historic spa park with lakes, monuments, and broad walking paths; one of Hanau's best green escapes.
Large urban square and transport hub, useful for orientation and events, framed by key churches and city institutions.
Green herb sauce served cold with eggs and potatoes. A Hessian classic around Hanau and Frankfurt, prized for its fresh regional herb mix.
Slow-cooked pork with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes. A hearty Hessian inn dish long associated with traditional tavern cooking.
A cured pork chop, often smoked or pickled, served with sauerkraut and bread or potatoes. Common in traditional Hessian kitchens.
Refined fine dining in Hanau with modern seasonal cuisine and an elegant setting suited to special occasions.
Traditional Hessian-style dining venue known for hearty German dishes, local drinks, and a relaxed historic atmosphere.
Established brewery-style restaurant serving German classics and beer in a casual, lively environment popular with groups.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining, and local transit are usually cheaper than Frankfurt, but higher than smaller nearby towns.
Service is often included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Hanau Hbf -> Hanau Marktplatz
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Hanau 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 Hanau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mainz to Hanau trains use the Mainz Hbf to Hanau Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Hanau 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.
Hanau Hbf is 1 km from Hanau city centre. Public transport options include:
Hanau Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Maschuq, Steve's Bar and Grill, Ristorante Mediterraneo, Food & Drink
Wi-Fi is available at Hanau Hbf. ATMs are available at Hanau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hanau Hbf. Information desks are available at Hanau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Hanau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hanau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hanau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hanau Hbf.
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