Train from Mainz to Dortmund: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Mainz to Dortmund on 24 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Mainz Central Train Station
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Mainz Central Train Station
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Mainz Central Train Station
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Mainz Central Train Station
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Mainz Central Train Station
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Mainz to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
2h 30mAverage duration
179 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€26 - €51Average duration9h 55m
4kg CO₂e
Average price€17 - €181Average duration3h 1m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€13 - €25Average duration2h 30m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mainz to Dortmund by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Mainz to Dortmund?

    The cheapest train tickets from Mainz to Dortmund start from €17. The average price for this train route is around €51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Mainz to Dortmund?

    The average train journey time from Mainz to Dortmund is 3h 1m, covering a distance of 178 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Mainz to Dortmund route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mainz to Dortmund?

    The earliest train from Mainz to Dortmund departs at 06:40. And the latest train departs at 20:43.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Mainz to Dortmund?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Mainz to Dortmund?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Mainz to Dortmund?

    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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Mainz to Dortmund?

    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.

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