- Must visit
Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
6 h 1 m
Average duration
6 h 11 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Innsbruck will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Mainz to Innsbruck without transferring at least 2 times.
RE14+
ICE 2583+
RB54 · RJX19976
DB S8+
ICE 529+
RJ 87
IC 2348+
ICE 513+
RJ 87
RE14+
ICE 595+
RJ 89
IC 2348 · ICE 513 · RJ 87
4493 · ICE 595 · RJ 89
RE14+
ICE 595+
RJ 89
S8 · ICE 529 · RJ 87
DB S8+
ICE 529+
RJ 87
4493 · ICE 595 · RJ 89 · S 4Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $193.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $411 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 52m Average total duration Fastest 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 57m Average total duration 11h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mainz to Innsbruck:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Innsbruck costing on average $80 (€66).
A bus is $358 (€295) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Innsbruck costing on average $411 (€338).
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 25m.
Flight takes on average 11h 57m.
Tickets start at around $80 (€66) compared to roughly $116 (€96) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $36 (€30). The journey takes 6h 22m versus 5h 53m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Innsbruck trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2348+ ICE 513+ RJ 87 | On time 8:42 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h36 | 3:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2348 · ICE 513 · 5421 · S 4 | On time 8:42 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h55 | 3:37 PM Innsbruck | 3 transfers | |
IC 2348 · ICE 513 · RJ 87 | On time 8:42 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h36 | 3:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
DB S8+ ICE 529+ RJ 87 | On time 9:02 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h16 | 3:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 529 · RJ 87 | On time 9:02 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h16 | 3:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 529 · RJ 87 · S 4 | 9:02 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h35 | 3:37 PM Innsbruck | 3 transfers | |
RE14+ ICE 2583+ RB54 · RJX19976 | 9:13 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h58 | 4:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
4493 · ICE 595 · RJ 89 · S 4 | 11:17 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h20 | 5:37 PM Innsbruck | 3 transfers | |
4493 · ICE 595 · RJ 89 | On time 11:17 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h01 | 5:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE14+ ICE 595+ RJ 89 | On time 11:17 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h01 | 5:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 225+ RB54 · CJX 1 | 11:42 AM Mainz Hbf | 6h36 | 6:18 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 2013 · ICE 517 · 5431 · S 4 | On time 12:42 PM Mainz Hbf | 6h55 | 7:37 PM Innsbruck | 3 transfers | |
ICE 2013 · ICE 517 · 5431 | On time 12:42 PM Mainz Hbf | 6h41 | 7:23 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4495 · ICE 597 · 5433 · S 6 | 1:13 PM Mainz Hbf | 7h40 | 8:53 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
4495 · ICE 597 · 5433 · S 6 | 1:13 PM Mainz Hbf | 7h54 | 9:07 PM Innsbruck | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Mainz to Innsbruck run on average 20 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Imperial hunting museum and arms collection inside Schloss Ambras, noted for Renaissance armor and courtly curiosities.
Museum beneath the Golden Roof presenting Emperor Maximilian I, court life, and Innsbruck’s medieval history in a compact setting.
Innsbruck’s medieval heart with arcaded streets, pastel facades, and easy access to major landmarks and local shops.
Elegant main shopping street linking the Old Town and Triumphal Arch, lively for strolling and city-center atmosphere.
High alpine viewpoint above the city, prized for dramatic Nordkette scenery and one of Innsbruck’s best panoramas.
Tyrolean dumplings made with bread and speck, served in broth or with salad. A mountain staple that reflects Alpine farmhouse cooking.
Pressed cheese dumplings from Tyrol, often topped with fried onions and served with salad or soup. A beloved rustic dish in Alpine inns.
Pan-fried potatoes with beef, pork, onion, and spices. This hearty skillet meal is one of Austria’s best-known comfort foods and common in Tyrol.
Fine dining restaurant with creative tasting menus, polished service, and panoramic mountain views above Innsbruck.
Historic traditional inn known for Tyrolean classics, wood-paneled rooms, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere in the Old Town.
Long-running local favorite serving Austrian and Tyrolean dishes in a cozy, traditional setting near the historic center.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, ski-season dining, and lifts raise costs, though transit is efficient and budget eats still exist.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mainz to Innsbruck trains use the Mainz Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst). Use this guide to compare Mainz and Innsbruck 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.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
Innsbruck Hötting is 2 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Hötting has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
ATMs are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
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