Mainz to Zurich train

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Cheap train tickets from Mainz to Zurich

Showing times and prices for Nov 09

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
ÖBB | InterCity
S 8
03:02AM6h24
Mainz Hbf
09:26AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
3 transfers
Cheapest
ÖBB | InterCity
IC 60403
01:42AM6h23
Mainz Hbf
08:05AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
ÖBB | InterCity
IC 60403
01:42AM5h44
Mainz Hbf
07:26AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
ÖBB | InterCity
S 8
02:32AM6h33
Mainz Hbf
09:05AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
ÖBB | InterCity
S 8
02:32AM5h54
Mainz Hbf
08:26AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
3 transfers

Mainz to Zurich train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 9
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
ÖBB | InterCity
IC 60403
01:42AM Mainz Hbf6h23 08:05AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
ÖBB | InterCity
IC 60403
01:42AM Mainz Hbf5h44 07:26AM Zurich HB1 transfer
ÖBB | InterCity
S 8
02:32AM Mainz Hbf6h33 09:05AM Zurich HB2 transfers
ÖBB | InterCity
S 8
02:32AM Mainz Hbf5h54 08:26AM Zurich HB3 transfers
ÖBB | InterCity
S 8
03:02AM Mainz Hbf6h24 09:26AM Zurich HB3 transfers

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Fastest train times from Mainz to Zurich

Showing times and prices for Nov 09

Fastest Journey

5 h 44 m

Average

6 h 11 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

292 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Mainz for Zurich every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
ÖBB | InterCity
IC 60403
01:42AM5h44
Mainz Hbf
07:26AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
1 transfer
ÖBB | InterCity
S 8
02:32AM5h54
Mainz Hbf
08:26AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
3 transfers
ÖBB | InterCity
IC 60403
01:42AM6h23
Mainz Hbf
08:05AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
0 transfers
ÖBB | InterCity
S 8
03:02AM6h24
Mainz Hbf
09:26AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
3 transfers
ÖBB | InterCity
S 8
02:32AM6h33
Mainz Hbf
09:05AMZurich HB
$1681One-way
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Mainz to Zurich

Trains from Mainz to Zurich run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€36) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
180 miles (291 km)
Average train duration
4h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
$41 (€36)
Trains per day
10
Train providers
2
Fastest train
4h 12m
First train
00:05
Last train
23:39
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB | ICE from Mainz to Zurich trains

Find the best trains to Zurich from Mainz with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB | ICE from $34 (€30). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Mainz to Zurich. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Train information from Mainz to Zurich with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 10 min
  • Cheapest Price: $34
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Mainz to Zurich

FAQs: Travel by train from Mainz to Zurich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Mainz to Zurich.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Mainz to Zurich can start from as little as $41 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Mainz to Zurich is $79 (€69); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Mainz to Zurich is 4 h 12 min   to travel the 180 mile (291 km) long route, with around there are 10 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Mainz to Zurich leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Mainz to Zurich leaves at 11: 39 PM.
There are 10 trains a day from Mainz to Zurich which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | ICE. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Zurich. Take the fast train with ÖBB | ICE from Mainz to Zurich.
Take the Mainz to Zurich train with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | ICE. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Zurich from Mainz as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 39 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Mainz Hbf, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Zurich HB, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Zurich from Mainz is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 12 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Mainz to Zurich is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Zurich from Mainz including taking a train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from Mainz to Zurich

Mainz
Zurich
The major train station for departures in Mainz is Mainz Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mainz Hbf for your trip from Mainz to Zurich.
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ParkingParking
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  • Monday: 06:00 oclock - 21:15 oclock
  • Tuesday: 06:00 oclock - 21:15 oclock
  • Wednesday: 06:00 oclock - 21:15 oclock
  • Thursday: 06:00 oclock - 21:15 oclock
  • Friday: 06:00 oclock - 21:15 oclock
  • Saturday: 07:00 oclock - 19:00 oclock
  • Sunday: 08:00 oclock - 20:00 oclock
The major train station for arrivals in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your journey to Zurich from Mainz.
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
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AccessibilityAccessibility

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