Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Hbf | Mainz Central Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + vlexx | Hamburg Hbf | Mainz Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Mainz | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + SÜWEX | Hamburg Hbf | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Mitte | Hamburg Hbf | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Hamburg to Mainz
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Mainz. The journey takes about 5 hours 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 239, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Mainz?
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany - D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Mainz?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Mainz start at MAD 239. The average price for this train route is around MAD 1,350. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Hamburg to Mainz?
The average train trip from Hamburg to Mainz takes 5h 41m and covers 412 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Mainz route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Mainz?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Mainz departs at 6:23am. The latest train departs at 10:23pm.
What is the best train operator from Hamburg to Mainz?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Mainz?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Mainz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Mainz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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 Hamburg to Mainz was searched and found on Jun 15, 2026 with a price of MAD 79To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Mainz, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 79 to MAD 2,826 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Mainz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 271 which is on 2026-06-16.
