ICE 103 · IC 19408:272h32Düsseldorf Hbf10:59Mainz Hbf£471One-way1 change
ICE 103 · ICE 10208:271h51Düsseldorf Hbf10:18Mainz Hbf£821One-way1 change
ICE 119 · 295148:332h16Düsseldorf Hbf10:49Mainz Hbf£831One-way1 change
ICE 121 · S88:462h14Düsseldorf Hbf11:00Mainz Hbf£831One-way1 change
ICE 119 · S9+
245548:332h10Düsseldorf Hbf10:43Mainz Hbf£831One-way2 changes
ICE 103 · ICE 10208:271h51Düsseldorf Hbf10:18Mainz Hbf£821One-way1 change
ICE 119 · S9+
245548:332h10Düsseldorf Hbf10:43Mainz Hbf£831One-way2 changes
ICE 121 · S88:462h14Düsseldorf Hbf11:00Mainz Hbf£831One-way1 change
ICE 119 · 295148:332h16Düsseldorf Hbf10:49Mainz Hbf£831One-way1 change
ICE 103 · IC 19408:272h32Düsseldorf Hbf10:59Mainz Hbf£471One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Düsseldorf to Mainz
The cheapest option from Düsseldorf to Mainz is coach, with an average price of £13. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Mainz among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£42 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest option | £101 Average Price |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest option 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Mainz train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Mainz trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 103 · IC 1940 | On time 8:27 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h32 | 10:59 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 103 · ICE 1020 | On time 8:27 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h51 | 10:18 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 119 · 29514 | On time 8:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h16 | 10:49 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 119 · S9+ 24554 | On time 8:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h10 | 10:43 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 121 · S8 | On time 8:46 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h14 | 11:00 Mainz Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Mainz
Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Düsseldorf to Mainz, including 1 direct trains, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Lowest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar from Düsseldorf to Mainz trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Mainz from £9. 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.
Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Mainz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf and Mainz
Most Düsseldorf to Mainz trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Mainz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mainz Römisches Theater. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Mainz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Mainz leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf 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 and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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 and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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 and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Which Mainz station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Mainz Hbf from Mainz city centre
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Mangal, Asia Wok, Bistrorante Midi, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Hbf. ATMs are available at Mainz Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Hbf. Information desks are available at Mainz Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Advena Europa Hotel, GuestHouse Mainz, Terminus, Hotel Moguntia.
Getting to Mainz Römisches Theater from Mainz city centre
Mainz Römisches Theater is 1 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Römisches Theater train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Cafe Extrablatt, Hans im Glück, The Big Easy
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. ATMs are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Information desks are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Regency Mainz, Favorite Parkhotel, Ibis Hotel Mainz City, Hof Ehrenfels.
Getting to Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim from Mainz city centre
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