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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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Regional-Express + Regionalbahn | Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Saarbrücken Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Saarbrücken Hbf | Fastest | ||||
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn | Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Saarbrücken Hbf | No tags | ||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Saarbrücken Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Saarbrücken Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Mainz to Saarbrücken
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Saarbrücken. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 178, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mainz to Saarbrücken 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 Mainz to Saarbrücken?
The cheapest train tickets from Mainz to Saarbrücken start from R 778. The average price for this train route is around R 970. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Mainz to Saarbrücken?
The average train journey time from Mainz to Saarbrücken is 2h 19m, covering a distance of 125 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Mainz to Saarbrücken route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mainz to Saarbrücken?
The earliest train from Mainz to Saarbrücken departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 18:42.
Which is the best train operator from Mainz to Saarbrücken?
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 Mainz to Saarbrücken?
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 Mainz to Saarbrücken?
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 Mainz to Saarbrücken?
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 Mainz to Saarbrücken was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 377To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mainz to Saarbrücken as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 377 to R 1 504 for a train ticket from Mainz to Saarbrücken based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 377, which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
