- Must visit
Landesmuseum Koblenz
Major state museum spread across fortress buildings, covering archaeology, wine, photography, and regional history with outstanding views included.
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Koblenz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Koblenz will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Mainz for Koblenz on Mon, Aug 24, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
ICE 1022
IC 2549
4254
33608
33680 · 29654
IC 2549
ICE 1022
4254
33680 · 29654
33608Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Koblenz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€17 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Koblenz:
A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Koblenz costing on average €17.
Other travel options to Koblenz take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 4m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 4m by train vs 1h 12m by car). Tickets start at around €17 compared to roughly €13 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, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), VIAS Rail GmbH.
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 Koblenz trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1022 | On time 8:20 AM Mainz Hbf | 0h51 | 9:11 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
33680 · 29654 | 8:37 AM Mainz Hbf | 1h16 | 9:53 AM Koblenz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2549 | On time 9:20 AM Mainz Hbf | 0h51 | 10:11 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4254 | 9:51 AM Mainz Hbf | 1h03 | 10:54 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
33608 | 10:02 AM Mainz Hbf | 1h25 | 11:27 AM Koblenz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Mainz to Koblenz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Koblenz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Koblenz trip today.
Major state museum spread across fortress buildings, covering archaeology, wine, photography, and regional history with outstanding views included.
Interactive museum on French castle builder Vauban and fortress engineering. A rewarding stop for military history fans inside Ehrenbreitstein.
Contemporary photography exhibition space within the fortress complex, presenting changing shows in a dramatic historic setting.
Old town quarter of lanes, squares, churches, and historic facades. Best area for walking, atmosphere, and discovering Koblenz beyond the riverfront.
Scenic headland where the Rhine meets the Moselle. A classic promenade area with monuments, river views, and excellent photo opportunities.
Popular viewpoint terrace at the fortress plateau, delivering sweeping panoramas over both rivers, the old town, and the surrounding hills.
Sauerbraten is Rhineland-style marinated pot roast, usually beef, served with rich gravy. It is a regional Sunday classic across the Middle Rhine.
Döppekooche is a baked potato casserole with onions and bacon, crisp outside and soft inside. It is a hearty Rhineland comfort food often served in taverns.
Himmel un Ääd pairs mashed potatoes with apple sauce, often topped with black pudding and onions. The sweet-savory mix is a classic Rhineland dish.
Historic riverside restaurant in the old town serving refined regional German dishes and local wines in a classic, elegant setting.
Fine dining restaurant at Ehrenbreitstein Fortress with panoramic views and modern cuisine using regional influences in a polished setting.
Traditional brewery tavern known for hearty Rhineland fare and house-brewed beer. Casual atmosphere and a long-standing local reputation.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and Rhine-area dining can be above average, but transit is manageable and budget meals are easy to find.
Service is included, but rounding up is normal. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafes.
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Koblenz Hbf -> Zentralplatz, Koblenz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Koblenz 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 Koblenz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mainz to Koblenz trains use the Mainz Hbf to Koblenz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Koblenz Stadtmitte. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Koblenz 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.
Mainz Nord is 4 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Nord 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: Pizzeria Venezia, Kaiser Pide & Kebaphaus, Alaaeddin Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Nord. ATMs are available at Mainz Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Nord. Information desks are available at Mainz Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Nord.
Nearby hotels include Super 8 by Wyndham Mainz Zollhafen.
Koblenz 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: Ding Dong, Da Pulcinella, Cafe Rheinanlagen, Weindorf
Wi-Fi is available at Koblenz Hbf. ATMs are available at Koblenz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Koblenz Hbf. Information desks are available at Koblenz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Koblenz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Koblenz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Koblenz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Koblenz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Höhmann, Hotel Ibis Koblenz, Jan van Werth, Hotel Garni Reinhard.
Koblenz Stadtmitte 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: Ding Dong, Da Pulcinella, Weindorf, Artuso
Wi-Fi is available at Koblenz Stadtmitte. ATMs are available at Koblenz Stadtmitte.
Ticket office support is available at Koblenz Stadtmitte. Information desks are available at Koblenz Stadtmitte.
Luggage storage is available at Koblenz Stadtmitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Koblenz Stadtmitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Koblenz Stadtmitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Koblenz Stadtmitte.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Höhmann, Hotel Ibis Koblenz, Jan van Werth, Hotel Garni Reinhard.
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