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- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 09 Sept
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
1 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
1 h 48 m
Trains on 09 Sept
2
Distance
113 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Fast trains
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 2 trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
8:542h17Karlsruhe Hbf11:11Mainz Hbf£281One-way0 changes- 9:591h19Karlsruhe Hbf11:18Mainz Hbf£391One-way0 changes
- 9:591h19Karlsruhe Hbf11:18Mainz Hbf£391One-way0 changes
- 8:542h17Karlsruhe Hbf11:11Mainz Hbf£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 113 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£20 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf is a coach with an average price of £11.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf costing on average £20.
The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf is by train with an average journey time of 1h 25m.
Other travel options to Mainz Hbf take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 55m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Karlsruhe Hbf and Mainz Hbf including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 25m by train vs 1h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £20 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 Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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.
Live departures
Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h19 | 7:18 Mainz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:59 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h19 | 8:18 Mainz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:37 Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h41 | 9:18 Mainz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf
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Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 06:41. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 2h 2m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 6:41 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Karlsruhe Hbf and Mainz Hbf from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 42m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£24
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
What's included in each class
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
- Power plugs
- WC
Süwex
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Süwex Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Süwex Price
£24
Süwex frequency
3 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£32
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
14 a day
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Price
£23
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The train journey from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf covers a distance of 113 km and takes approximately 2h 2m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf is 113 km.
The first train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf leaves at 0:13.
The last train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf departs at 6:41.
Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Karlsruhe Hbf and Mainz Hbf. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
To get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf offers scenic views of the Rhine Valley, with picturesque landscapes, vineyards, and charming towns along the route, making it a visually appealing experience for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf is feasible with a journey duration of 2h 2m and a distance of 113 km. The frequency is 9 per day for trains.
Yes, you can take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Karlsruhe Hbf and Mainz Hbf
Most Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Mainz Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe Hbf and Mainz Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Karlsruhe
Arrival train stations in Mainz
Karlsruhe HbfKarlsruhe Hbf, Bahnhofplatz 1a, 76137 Karlsruhe
City-centre transport
Getting to Karlsruhe Hbf from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Train74346, 80700, 80702, 80704, 80706, 80708, 84704, 84710, 84714, 84722, 84726, 84740, 84746, 84752, 84758, 84764, 84770, 84776, 84782, 84788, 84792, 84794, 84796, 84800, 84808, 84810, 84814, 84816, 84859, 84864, 84866, 84868, 84870, 84872, 84876, 84877, 84878, 84880, 84882, 84884, 84886, 84888, 84890, 84892, 84894, 84896, 84898, 84900, 84902, 84904, 84906, 84908, 84910, 84912, 84913, 84914, 84916, 84918, 84920, 84922, 84924, 84926, 84928, 84930, 84931, 84934, 84935, 84936, 84938, 84940, 84941, 84944, 84946, 84948, 84952, 84956, 84958, 84962, 84964, 84968, 84972, 84976, 84980, 84984, 84986, 84988, 84994, 84998, 85000, 85004, 85006, 85008, 85012, 85014, 85018, 85020, 85022, 85024, 85026, 85030, 85032, 85034, 85040, 85042, 85046, 85052, 85054, 85056, 85058, 85060, 85064, 85068, 85070, 85074, 85078, 85082, 85084, 85086, 85088, 85090, 85178, 85278, 85311, 85390, 85392, 85396, 85400, 85402, 85404, 85406, 85408, 85410, 85412, 85414, 85416, 85418, 85420, 85422, 85424, 85426, 85428, 85430, 85432, 85434, 85436, 85438, 85440, 85442, 85444, 85446, 85448, 85450, 85452, 85454, 85456, 85458, 85460, 85462, 85466, 85468, 85470, 85474, 85476, 85478, 85480, 85482, 85484, 85488, 85500, 85502, 85504, 85506, 85508, 85510, 85512, 85514, 85516, 85518, 85520, 85522, 85524, 85526, 85528, 85530, 85532, 85534, 85536, 85538, 85540, 85546, 85548, 85551, 85557, 85559, 85561, 85563, 85565, 85567, 85569, 85571, 85573, 85575, 85577, 85579, 85581, 85583, 85585, 85589, 85591, 85597, 85599, 85605, 85607, 85611, 85615, 85619, 85623, 85629, 85631, 85633, 85635, 85639, 85641, 85645, 85647, 85651, 85653, 85655, 85659, 85661, 85665, 85669, 85673, 85675, 85679, 85681, 85685, 85687, 85689, 85821, 85916, 85918, 85922, 85932, 85936, 85938, 85940, 85942, 85946, 85948, 85950, 85952, 85954, 85956, 85958, 85960, 85962, 85964, 85966, 85968, 85970, 85972, 85974, 85976 · 6m · every ~10 min
Tram2, Nl2 · 6m · every ~11 min
Karlsruhe Hbf train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe 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: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
Mainz HbfMainz Hbf, Bahnhofplatz 1, 55116 Mainz
City-centre transport
Getting to Mainz Hbf from Mainz city centre
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus92, 76, 62 · 9m · every ~13 min
93, 76, 65, 64 · 12m · every ~6 min
Tram52, 50 · 12m · every ~11 min
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.
Most popular train connections from Karlsruhe Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Mainz Hbf and Karlsruhe Hbf
Most popular train connections to Mainz Hbf
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