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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Mainz
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Mainz will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Leipzig to Mainz you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Leipzig to Mainz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £85.
Distance: 325 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£73 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Mainz train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Mainz trains for today, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:41 Leipzig | 3h37 | 17:18 Mainz | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 March | |||||
| ICE 595 · 29518 | On time 07:49 Leipzig Hbf | 4h00 | 11:49 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 892 · 4258 | On time 08:27 Leipzig Hbf | 4h12 | 12:39 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1746 · ICE 837 · 4258 | On time 08:59 Leipzig Hbf | 3h40 | 12:39 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 597 · 29522 | On time 09:49 Leipzig Hbf | 3h55 | 13:44 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 507 · ICE 839 · 4260 | On time 10:55 Leipzig Hbf | 3h44 | 14:39 Mainz Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 599 · 29526 | On time 11:49 Leipzig Hbf | 4h00 | 15:49 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1558 · 29262 | 12:27 Leipzig Hbf | 4h01 | 16:28 Mainz Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Mainz
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Trains from Leipzig to Mainz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 325 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 325 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Mainz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Mainz from £20. 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: Leipzig to Mainz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig and Mainz
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- McDonald's
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Hans im Glück
- The Big Easy
- Hyatt Regency Mainz
- Favorite Parkhotel
- Ibis Hotel Mainz City
- Hof Ehrenfels
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