- Must visit
Gutenberg Museum
World-class museum dedicated to Johannes Gutenberg, showcasing early printing, rare books, and working press demonstrations.
Cheapest price on Oct 17
$43
Average ticket price on Oct 17
$63
Fastest journey on Oct 17
3 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Oct 17
3 h 13 m
Trains on Oct 17
42
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venlo to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venlo to Mainz will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
It's difficult to get from Venlo to Mainz without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 3541 · 20083 · 10627 · ICE 927
20083 · 10627 · ICE 927
IC 3549 · 20087 · 10631 · ICE 929
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10625 · IC 1946
20081 · 10625 · IC 1946
20073 · ICE 623 · ICE 926
20077 · ICE 627 · ICE 228
20081 · ICE 721 · ICE 28
20065 · ICE 525 · ICE 1022
20069 · ICE 529 · ICE 1020Trains from Venlo to Mainz run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Venlo to Mainz trains for today, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
32221 · 20071 · ICE 621 · S8 | 7:58 AM Blerick | 3h27 | 11:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32221 · 20071 · 10615 · ICE 27 | 7:58 AM Blerick | 3h41 | 11:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32221 · 20071 · ICE 621 · S8 | 7:58 AM Blerick | 3h27 | 11:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
20071 · ICE 621 · S8 | 8:05 AM Venlo station | 3h20 | 11:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20071 · 10615 · ICE 27 | 8:05 AM Venlo station | 3h34 | 11:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20071 · ICE 621 · S8 | 8:05 AM Venlo station | 3h20 | 11:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
32225 · 20073 · 10617 · ICE 2013 | On time 8:58 AM Blerick | 3h41 | 12:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32225 · 20073 · ICE 623 · ICE 926 | On time 8:58 AM Blerick | 3h20 | 12:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32225 · 20073 · ICE 623 · ICE 926 | On time 8:58 AM Blerick | 3h20 | 12:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
20073 · 10617 · ICE 2013 | On time 9:05 AM Venlo station | 3h34 | 12:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20073 · ICE 623 · ICE 926 | On time 9:05 AM Venlo station | 3h13 | 12:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20073 · ICE 623 · ICE 926 | On time 9:05 AM Venlo station | 3h13 | 12:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
32229 · 20075 · ICE 625 · S8 | 9:58 AM Blerick | 3h27 | 1:25 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32229 · 20075 · 10619 · ICE 29 | 9:58 AM Blerick | 3h41 | 1:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32229 · 20075 · ICE 29 | 9:58 AM Blerick | 3h41 | 1:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
32229 · 20075 · ICE 625 · S8 | 9:58 AM Blerick | 3h27 | 1:25 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
20075 · ICE 625 · S8 | 10:05 AM Venlo station | 3h20 | 1:25 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20075 · 10619 · ICE 29 | 10:05 AM Venlo station | 3h34 | 1:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20075 · ICE 29 | 10:05 AM Venlo station | 3h34 | 1:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
20075 · ICE 625 · S8 | 10:05 AM Venlo station | 3h20 | 1:25 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
32233 · 20077 · 10621 · IC 1644 | 10:58 AM Blerick | 3h41 | 2:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32233 · 20077 · ICE 627 · ICE 228 | On time 10:58 AM Blerick | 3h20 | 2:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
20077 · 10621 · IC 1644 | 11:05 AM Venlo station | 3h34 | 2:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20077 · ICE 627 · ICE 228 | On time 11:05 AM Venlo station | 3h13 | 2:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
32237 · 20079 · ICE 629 · S8 | 11:58 AM Blerick | 3h28 | 3:26 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32237 · 20079 · 10623 · ICE 229 | On time 11:58 AM Blerick | 3h41 | 3:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
20079 · 10623 · ICE 229 | On time 12:05 PM Venlo station | 3h34 | 3:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20079 · ICE 629 · S8 | 12:05 PM Venlo station | 3h21 | 3:26 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
32241 · 20081 · 10625 · IC 1946 | On time 12:58 PM Blerick | 3h41 | 4:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32241 · 20081 · ICE 721 · ICE 28 | On time 12:58 PM Blerick | 3h20 | 4:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
20081 · 10625 · IC 1946 | On time 1:05 PM Venlo station | 3h34 | 4:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20081 · ICE 721 · ICE 28 | On time 1:05 PM Venlo station | 3h13 | 4:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
32245 · 20083 · ICE 723 · S8 | 1:58 PM Blerick | 3h27 | 5:25 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32245 · 20083 · 10627 · ICE 927 | On time 1:58 PM Blerick | 3h41 | 5:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
20083 · ICE 723 · S8 | 2:05 PM Venlo station | 3h20 | 5:25 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
20083 · 10627 · ICE 927 | On time 2:05 PM Venlo station | 3h34 | 5:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3574 · IC 60403 | On time 7:36 PM Blerick | 6h29 | 2:05 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
32269 · 20095 · 10639 · ICE 617 | 7:58 PM Blerick | 3h35 | 11:33 PM Mainz Hbf | 4 transfers | |
32269 · 20095 · 10639 · ICE 319 | 7:58 PM Blerick | 4h27 | 12:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 4 transfers | |
20095 · 10639 · ICE 319 · S8 | 8:05 PM Venlo station | 4h20 | 12:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
20095 · 10639 · ICE 617 · 29588 | 8:05 PM Venlo station | 3h28 | 11:33 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32273 · 20097 · Bus RE13 · 17438 | On time 8:58 PM Blerick | 4h43 | 1:41 AM Mainz Hbf | 5 transfers | |
20097 · Bus RE13 · 17438 · ICE 619 | On time 9:05 PM Venlo station | 4h36 | 1:41 AM Mainz Hbf | 4 transfers | |
32277 · 20099 · 56899 · IC 60403 | On time 9:58 PM Blerick | 4h07 | 2:05 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
20099 · 56899 · IC 60403 | On time 10:05 PM Venlo station | 4h00 | 2:05 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
32289 · 20065 · 10609 · IC 1648 | 12:58 AM Blerick | 7h41 | 8:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
32289 · 20065 · ICE 525 · ICE 1022 | On time 12:58 AM Blerick | 7h20 | 8:18 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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Most Venlo to Mainz trains use the Venlo to Mainz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mainz Römisches Theater. Use this guide to compare Venlo and Mainz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venlo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Chez l'Hêtre, Brasserie Sur Place
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Venlo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Venlo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Venlo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venlo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venlo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Venlo, Campanile Venlo, Hotel Puur.
Blerick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Wilhelmina, Brasserie Sur Meuse
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Blerick. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Blerick.
Available at Blerick: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blerick: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blerick.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Puur, Theaterhotel Venlo, Hotel American.
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.
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