The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Mainz
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Mainz will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dortmund for Mainz every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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.




Live departures
Dortmund to Mainz train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Mainz trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 646 · ICE 621 · ICE 1654 | On time 07:12 Dortmund Hbf | 3h03 | 10:15 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 27 | On time 07:35 Dortmund Hbf | 3h04 | 10:39 Mainz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 515 · RE 4256 | Delayed 07:44 07:36Dortmund Hbf | 3h13 | 10:49 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 946 · ICE 623 · ICE 928 | Delayed 08:14 08:13Dortmund Hbf | 3h05 | 11:18 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 9 | On time 08:25 Dortmund Hbf | 3h14 | 11:39 Mainz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 105 · S 9+ HLB 28758 | Delayed 08:44 08:36Dortmund Hbf | 3h08 | 11:44 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 105 · RE 29518 | Delayed 08:44 08:36Dortmund Hbf | 3h13 | 11:49 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 105 · ICE 928 | Delayed 08:44 08:36Dortmund Hbf | 2h42 | 11:18 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2042 · EC 9 | On time 08:36 Dortmund Hbf | 3h03 | 11:39 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2013 · ICE 225+ HLB 28636+ S 9 | On time 08:50 Dortmund Hbf | 2h54 | 11:44 Mainz Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 2013 | On time 08:50 Dortmund Hbf | 3h21 | 12:11 Mainz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2013 · ICE 225 · RE 29518 | On time 08:50 Dortmund Hbf | 2h59 | 11:49 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 26710 · ICE 625 · ICE 1652 | On time 09:21 Dortmund Hbf | 2h54 | 12:15 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 517 · RE 4258 | Delayed 09:40 09:36Dortmund Hbf | 3h13 | 12:49 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 26712 · ICE 627 · S 8 | On time 10:21 Dortmund Hbf | 3h04 | 13:25 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1744 | On time 10:32 Dortmund Hbf | 3h07 | 13:39 Mainz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 107 · S 9+ HLB 28762 | On time 10:36 Dortmund Hbf | 3h08 | 13:44 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 107 · RE 29522 | On time 10:36 Dortmund Hbf | 3h13 | 13:49 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 26714 · ICE 629 · ICE 1650 | On time 11:21 Dortmund Hbf | 2h54 | 14:15 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 229 | Delayed 11:35 Dortmund Hbf | 3h04 | 14:58 14:58Mainz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 519 · S 9+ HLB 28764 | On time 11:36 Dortmund Hbf | 3h08 | 14:44 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 519 · RE 4260 | On time 11:36 Dortmund Hbf | 3h13 | 14:49 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 519 · ICE 229 | Delayed 11:36 Dortmund Hbf | 3h03 | 14:58 14:58Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Mainz
Trains from Dortmund to Mainz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Dortmund to Mainz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Dortmund and Mainz from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Dortmund to Mainz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Mainz
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
- Pizzeria PePee
- American Corner
- Tiziana
- Taverne Steki
- Stations-Grill
- My Döner & Pan Pizza
- Mein Café in der Alten Backstube
- Dö-Pi
- My Döner & Pan Pizza
- Kuhbar Eiscafé
- Mein Café in der Alten Backstube
- Pizzeria Primavera
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Saturday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Mangal
- Asia Wok
- Bistrorante Midi
- McDonald's
- Advena Europa Hotel
- GuestHouse Mainz
- Terminus
- Hotel Moguntia
- Pizzeria Venezia
- Kaiser Pide & Kebaphaus
- Alaaeddin Döner
- Super 8 by Wyndham Mainz Zollhafen
- McDonald's
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Hans im Glück
- The Big Easy
- Hyatt Regency Mainz
- Favorite Parkhotel
- Ibis Hotel Mainz City
- Hof Ehrenfels
- Zum Laubenheimer Ried - Da Giovanni
- Mainzer Hof
- Pizza Roma
- Bäckerei Werner
- Goldene Ente
- Hotel-Restaurant Zum Brünnchen
- Burger King
- Fuh Guei
- Mombacher Internetcafé
- Hotel-Restaurant Zum Brünnchen
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