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National Museum
Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Prague will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
It's difficult to get from Mainz to Prague without transferring at least 3 times.
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29247 · ICE 1557 · BUS 10383 · RJ 383
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4257 · ICE 1559 · S1 · Os 28010
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29511 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 177
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Trains from Mainz to Prague run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 272 miles (439 km) distance in 6h 43m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Mainz to Prague.
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Prague 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 |
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S8 · ICE 527 · 3565 · Bus RE25 | 8:02 AM Mainz Hbf | 8h19 | 4:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
29247 · ICE 1557 · BUS 10383 · RJ 383 | 8:27 AM Mainz Hbf | 8h58 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
IC 2049 · rj 385 | On time 9:20 AM Mainz Hbf | 12h05 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
ICE 25 · 3569 · Bus RE25 · EX 359 | On time 9:42 AM Mainz Hbf | 8h39 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 25 · R 3567 · EC 61359 · EC 359 | On time 9:42 AM Mainz Hbf | 8h39 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 621 · 3569 · Bus RE25 | 10:02 AM Mainz Hbf | 8h19 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
4257 · ICE 1559 · S1 · Os 28010 | 10:10 AM Mainz Hbf | 9h00 | 7:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
4257 · ICE 1559 · RJ 177 | On time 10:10 AM Mainz Hbf | 9h05 | 7:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 2 transfers | |
29511 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 177 | On time 11:10 AM Mainz Hbf | 8h05 | 7:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Mainz to Prague with České dráhy, Deutsche Bahn, and alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH. Night trains available on this route with České dráhy and Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with České dráhy, Deutsche Bahn, and alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Well-curated Jewish history museum across several historic sites. Important for understanding Prague's Jewish heritage and resilience.
Leading Czech art museum with medieval to modern works in a grand historic palace. Essential for fine art and decorative arts lovers.
Historic square at Prague's core, surrounded by Gothic and Baroque landmarks. A must for first-time visitors and classic city views.
Lively boulevard of Czech modern history, lined with shops and major buildings. Worth visiting for atmosphere and historic significance.
Romantic quarter of palaces, lanes, and church domes beneath Prague Castle. Ideal for wandering, photography, and quieter historic charm.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings. A classic Czech Sunday dish strongly linked to Bohemian home cooking.
Crisp roasted pork knuckle, often served with mustard, horseradish, and pickles. A hearty pub staple popular with Czech beer culture.
Roast pork with sauerkraut and dumplings. This iconic Czech combination is a cornerstone of traditional pub and family meals.
Traditional Czech restaurant and brewery by Prague Castle, praised for roast meats, dumplings, and polished historic interiors.
Upscale restaurant focused on Czech ingredients and game, with sophisticated service in an Art Nouveau municipal house setting.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for modern Czech tasting menus in a refined setting near the Vltava.
Moderate for Europe: transit is cheap, casual meals are reasonable, and hotels in the center can raise daily costs in peak season.
Service is often not included. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for cafes, and round up or add about 10% for taxis if service is good.
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Most Mainz to Prague trains use the Mainz Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Prague 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.
Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants available on-site.
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs located near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim.
Available at Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim: Wheelchair accessible with elevators.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice 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 Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží 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 Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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