The cheapest and fastest trains from Mainz to Bonn
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Bonn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Bonn will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Mainz for Bonn 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 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Mainz to Bonn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Bonn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 118 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£27 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mainz to Bonn train times
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Bonn trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2541 | Delayed 08:24 08:20Mainz Hbf | 1h23 | 09:47 09:47Bonn Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 4254 · RE 28516 | On time 08:51 Mainz Hbf | 2h09 | 11:00 Bonn Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 25422 | On time 09:02 Mainz Hbf | 2h29 | 11:31 Bonn Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2543 | On time 10:20 Mainz Hbf | 1h23 | 11:43 Bonn Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 November | |||||
![]() | 06:20 Mainz | 1h23 | 07:43 Bonn | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mainz to Bonn
Trains from Mainz to Bonn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, ÖBB Nightjet from Mainz to Bonn trainsDeutsche Bahn, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Mainz and Bonn from £6. 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.
ÖBB Nightjet
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
FAQs: Mainz to Bonn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Bonn 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 Bonn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mainz and Bonn
- 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
- Hotel-Restaurant Zum Brünnchen
- Burger King
- Fuh Guei
- Mombacher Internetcafé
- Hotel-Restaurant Zum Brünnchen
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Magd und Knecht
- Cafébar Macchiato
- Frittebud
- McDonald's
- Motel One
- Hotel Rheinland
- Hotel Löhndorf
- Villa Esplanade
- Monday: 06:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 12:45 - 12:00 15:45
- Sunday: 10:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:30
- House of Steaks
- Fair Cafe
- Maternus
- Mykonos
- Kaiserhof
- Hotel zum Adler
- Insel Hotel
- Hotel Eden
- Monday: 08:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Tuesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Wednesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Thursday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Friday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Cafe Wagner
- Stadt-Café
- Freundlicher Imbiss
- Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
- Garten Hotel
- Portofino
- Altes Fährhaus
- Hokkaido Sushi- und Grillrestaurant
- Alte Liebe
- Café Konditorei Nick
- Cafe Breuer
- Il Borgo
- Lo Scoglio Im Himmelreich
- Karawane
- Kameha Grand Hotel
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