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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mainz to Munich
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Munich will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 7 trains that leave Mainz for Munich every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.
7:423h47Mainz11:29Munich£581One-way0 changes- 5:014h31Mainz9:32Munich£741One-way0 changes
- 6:423h47Mainz10:29Munich£781One-way0 changes
- 11:373h52Mainz15:29Munich£811One-way0 changes
- 7:024h10Mainz11:12Munich£851One-way0 changes
- 7:423h47Mainz11:29Munich£581One-way0 changes
- 6:423h47Mainz10:29Munich£781One-way0 changes
- 11:373h52Mainz15:29Munich£811One-way0 changes
- 8:423h58Mainz12:40Munich£1021One-way0 changes
- 4:024h10Mainz8:12Munich£871One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Mainz to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. 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 £22, and a flight costs an average of £118.
Distance: 316 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£78 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £164 Average Price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg 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 Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Munich trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4751 · ICE 571 · ICE 267 | On time 6:47 Mainz Hbf | 4h02 | 10:49 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 711 · ICE 591 | On time 7:46 Mainz Hbf | 3h29 | 11:15 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 527 | On time 8:02 Mainz Hbf | 4h10 | 12:12 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 2348 · ICE 513 | On time 8:42 Mainz Hbf | 3h47 | 12:29 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 529 | On time 9:02 Mainz Hbf | 4h10 | 13:12 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 25 · ICE 915 | On time 9:42 Mainz Hbf | 3h58 | 13:40 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 621 | On time 10:02 Mainz Hbf | 4h10 | 14:12 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 2040 · ICE 515 | On time 10:42 Mainz Hbf | 3h47 | 14:29 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 623 | On time 11:02 Mainz Hbf | 4h10 | 15:12 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4493 · ICE 595 | On time 11:17 Mainz Hbf | 3h57 | 15:14 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 225 | On time 11:42 Mainz Hbf | 3h58 | 15:40 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 625 | On time 12:02 Mainz Hbf | 4h11 | 16:13 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 2013 · ICE 517 | On time 12:42 Mainz Hbf | 3h47 | 16:29 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 627 | On time 13:02 Mainz Hbf | 4h11 | 17:13 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4495 · ICE 597 | On time 13:13 Mainz Hbf | 4h03 | 17:16 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 29 · ICE 919 | On time 13:42 Mainz Hbf | 3h58 | 17:40 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 4:02 Mainz | 4h10 | 8:12 Munich | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Mainz to Munich
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Trains from Mainz to Munich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), vlexx from Mainz to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), vlexx trains will get you between Mainz and Munich 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.
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
vlexx
FAQs: Mainz to Munich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mainz and Munich
Most Mainz to Munich trains use the Mainz Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München-Pasing. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mainz station do trains to Munich 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 Munich station do trains from Mainz arrive at?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München-Pasing from Munich city centre
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing train station facilities and services
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Most popular train connections from Mainz
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