- Must visit
Gutenberg Museum
World-class museum dedicated to Johannes Gutenberg, showcasing early printing, rare books, and working press demonstrations.
Cheapest price on Sep 06
$30
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 06
1 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
1 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 06
7
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Mainz will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 7 trains from Stuttgart to Mainz, including 7 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, while a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 92 miles (149 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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 Stuttgart to Mainz:
A bus is $13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Mainz costing on average $45.
Other travel options to Mainz take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
You'll arrive about 42m sooner (1h 40m by train vs 2h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $45 compared to roughly $35 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 Intercity (DB IC).
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 Stuttgart to Mainz trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 692 · 4756 | On time 8:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h57 | 10:46 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 612 · IC 1147 | Delayed 7:54 AM 9:49 AMStuttgart Hbf | 1h29 | 11:18 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
19217 · ICE 1010 · S5 | 9:51 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h45 | 12:36 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 690 · 4490 | On time 10:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h54 | 12:43 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 610 · IC 1145 | On time 11:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h29 | 1:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
19221 · ICE 918 · S5 | 11:52 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h44 | 2:36 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 598 · 4492 | On time 12:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h54 | 2:43 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 518 · ICE 2012 | On time 1:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h29 | 3:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 710 | On time 2:34 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h41 | 4:15 PM Mainz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 596 · ICE 710 | On time 2:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h26 | 4:15 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 516 · IC 1143 | On time 3:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h29 | 5:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
![]() | 4:49 AM Stuttgart | 1h54 | 6:43 AM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:49 AM Stuttgart | 1h54 | 7:43 AM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Mainz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $23 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 92 miles (149 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 92 miles (149 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Mainz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mainz trip today.
World-class museum dedicated to Johannes Gutenberg, showcasing early printing, rare books, and working press demonstrations.
State museum with art, archaeology, and Roman finds, spanning ancient artifacts to paintings and decorative arts.
Museum on Roman Mainz featuring military, daily life, and stone monuments from the city’s ancient past.
Main market square beside the cathedral, lively with historic façades, weekly markets, and a classic old-town atmosphere.
Picturesque old-town lane lined with half-timbered houses, shops, and a timeless atmosphere loved by local walkers.
Broad Rhine promenade ideal for walks, river views, events, and seeing Mainz’s waterside landmarks in one stretch.
Spundekäs is a creamy cheese spread with paprika, served with pretzels. It is a Rheinhessen wine tavern classic and a staple snack in Mainz.
Weck, Worscht un Woi means bread roll, sausage and wine. It is a simple regional trio closely tied to Mainz tavern culture and local wine drinking.
Handkäs mit Musik is a sour milk cheese marinated with onions and vinegar. It is a beloved Hessian and Rhine-Main tavern dish often enjoyed with bread.
Refined Michelin-starred dining with seasonal tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional Mainz wine tavern known for regional dishes, local wines and a historic atmosphere near the old town.
Classic brewery restaurant serving Mainz specialties and house beer in a lively, long-established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable for city stays and day trips.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is customary. Round up for cafes and taxis, and hand the tip directly when paying.
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Mainz Hbf -> Schillerplatz, Mainz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Mainz 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 Mainz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stuttgart to Mainz trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Mainz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mainz Römisches Theater. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Mainz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
Stuttgart 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: Café le Théatre, Maison Banh Mi, Bangkok Express, Graf Eberhard
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Information desks are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Hansa Hotel, Novum Hotel Boulevard, Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
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-Mombach is 5 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz-Mombach 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: Hotel-Restaurant Zum Brünnchen, Burger King, Fuh Guei, Mombacher Internetcafé
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz-Mombach. ATMs are available at Mainz-Mombach.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz-Mombach. Information desks are available at Mainz-Mombach.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz-Mombach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz-Mombach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz-Mombach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz-Mombach.
Nearby hotels include Hotel-Restaurant Zum Brünnchen.
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