How much does a train ticket cost from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz is 49m, covering a distance of 20 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Mainz route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:43.

Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Mainz from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:42	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	19:15	Mainz Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	18:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	50m	19:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	18:42	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	19:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	18:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	50m	19:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	18:42	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	19:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:42	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
S-Bahn + InterCity	Train	06:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	50m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	53m	08:18	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	12:42	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	13:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + InterCity	Train	06:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	50m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:43	Frankfurt Hbf	32m	07:15	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:00	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	06:33	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 00:59 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mainz. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £1, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

30mAverage duration

22 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£18 - £21	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £31	Average duration49m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£1 - £5	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,580 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz is 49m, covering a distance of 20 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Mainz route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:43.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Best price found

10/12

£17

11/12

£17

Today

£7

13/12

£10

14/12

£10

15/12

£7

16/12

£7

17/12

£7

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £39 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-15.