4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mainz to Brussels
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£108
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Brussels will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 5 trains that leave Mainz for Brussels every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.
10:204h15Mainz14:35Brussels£901One-way0 changes- 7:204h15Mainz11:35Brussels£921One-way0 changes
- 8:204h15Mainz12:35Brussels£921One-way0 changes
- 9:204h15Mainz13:35Brussels£1041One-way0 changes
- 6:023h33Mainz9:35Brussels£1631One-way0 changes
- 6:023h33Mainz9:35Brussels£1631One-way0 changes
- 8:204h15Mainz12:35Brussels£921One-way0 changes
- 10:204h15Mainz14:35Brussels£901One-way0 changes
- 9:204h15Mainz13:35Brussels£1041One-way0 changes
- 7:204h15Mainz11:35Brussels£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Mainz to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Brussels 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 £117.
Distance: 295 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£91 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £268 Average Price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m 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 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mainz to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Brussels trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S8 · ICE 16 | On time 8:32 Mainz Hbf | 5h03 | 13:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 128 · S19 · 91990 | On time 9:02 Mainz Hbf | 4h33 | 13:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
| 4254 · 28516 · S19 · 91996 | On time 9:51 Mainz Hbf | 5h44 | 15:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 314 | On time 10:32 Mainz Hbf | 5h03 | 15:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 126 · S19 · 91996 | On time 11:02 Mainz Hbf | 4h33 | 15:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
| 4256 · 28520 · S19 · 92044 | On time 11:51 Mainz Hbf | 5h44 | 17:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 14 | On time 12:32 Mainz Hbf | 5h03 | 17:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 124 · S19 · 92044 | On time 13:02 Mainz Hbf | 4h33 | 17:35 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| 6:02 Mainz | 3h33 | 9:35 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mainz to Brussels
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Trains from Mainz to Brussels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Mainz to Brussels trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Mainz and Brussels 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: Mainz to Brussels train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mainz and Brussels
Most Mainz to Brussels trains use the Mainz Hbf to Bruxelles-Midi station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Central. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mainz station do trains to Brussels leave from?
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 Mainz Nord from Mainz city centre
Mainz Nord is 4 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Nord train station facilities and services
Mainz Nord 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: Pizzeria Venezia, Kaiser Pide & Kebaphaus, Alaaeddin Döner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Nord. ATMs are available at Mainz Nord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Nord. Information desks are available at Mainz Nord.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Nord.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Super 8 by Wyndham Mainz Zollhafen.
Which Brussels station do trains from Mainz arrive at?
Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Midi train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Getting to Bruxelles-Central from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Central train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Getting to Brussels-Nord from Brussels city centre
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord train station facilities and services
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
Most popular train connections from Mainz
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