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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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S-Bahn + Regional-Express | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn + Regional-Express | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Regionalbahn + Regional-Express | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mainz. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Mainz by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Mainz?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Mainz start from R 394. The average price for this train route is around R 643. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Mainz?
The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Mainz is 55m, covering a distance of 73 km. The quickest train can get you there in 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Mainz route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Mainz?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Mainz departs at 06:16. And the latest train departs at 18:25.
Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Mainz?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Heidelberg to Mainz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Mainz was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 372To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Heidelberg to Mainz as early as possible.
