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Compare train for Mainz to Kempten
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Kempten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $183 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $183, while a train costs an average of $183.
Distance: 181 miles (292 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$183 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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You'll arrive about 16m sooner (3h 48m by train vs 4h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $183 (€154) compared to roughly $67 (€56) 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.
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.
Travel optionsfrom Mainz to Kempten
How to get from Mainz to Kempten by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Mainz to Kempten is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

11:42 AM 4h26 Mainz 4:08 PM Kempten $50 1 One-way 0 transfers
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11:42 AM 4h26 Mainz 4:08 PM Kempten $50 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

7:13 AM 4h13 Mainz 11:26 AM Kempten $100 1 One-way 0 transfers
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4:13 AM 5h05 Mainz 9:18 AM Kempten $129 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mainz and Kempten as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Mainz Hbf and arrive in Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Kempten by train.
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