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Next departures from Prague to Mainz on 18 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	14:35	Hlavní nádraží	7h 50m	22:25	Mainz Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:28	Hlavní nádraží	8h 47m	15:15	Mainz Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:35	Hlavní nádraží	7h 50m	14:25	Mainz Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity	Train	12:33	Hlavní nádraží	8h 42m	21:15	Mainz Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:35	Hlavní nádraží	7h 43m	20:18	Mainz Central Train Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Prague to Mainz

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Mainz. The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 371, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

11h 35mAverage duration

271 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceNOK 371 - NOK 1,743	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceNOK 405 - NOK 2,707	Average duration9h 18m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Prague and Mainz?

Prague

A
Hlavní nádraží
300/8 Wilsonova, 110 00 Praha, Czechia
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B
Praha hl.n
Prague Main Railway Station, 120 00 Praha-Praha 2, Czechia
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C
PRG Airport
Aviatická, 161 08, Praha 6, Czechia
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D
Florenc
Křižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic
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E
Černý Most
Chlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic
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F
Holešovice
Praha-Holešovice, Partyzánská 1546/26, 170 00 Praha 7-Holešovice, Czechia
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Mainz

A
Bahnhofstraße
flibco.com bus stop, Kaiser-Wilhelm-Ring, 55118 Mainz, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at NOK 2,422

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, Deutsche Bahn Regio

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Prague 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 Prague to Mainz?
The cheapest train tickets from Prague to Mainz start from NOK 405. The average price for this train route is around NOK 1,592. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Prague to Mainz?
The average train journey time from Prague to Mainz is 9h 18m, covering a distance of 274 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 44m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Prague to Mainz route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Prague to Mainz?
The earliest train from Prague to Mainz departs at 06:31. And the latest train departs at 20:47.