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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Regional-Express + Regionalbahn | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Mainz Central Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Mainz
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mainz. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Mainz by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Mainz?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Mainz start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $108. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dortmund to Mainz?
The average train trip from Dortmund to Mainz takes 3h 6m and covers 178 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Mainz route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Mainz?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Mainz departs at 6:09am. The latest train departs at 7:36pm.
What is the best train operator from Dortmund to Mainz?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Mainz?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dortmund to Mainz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Mainz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Mainz was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Mainz, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $305 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Mainz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-12-13.
