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Compare 2 ways to go from Mainz to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just A$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Mainz and Hamburg?
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany - D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mainz to Hamburg by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Mainz to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Mainz to Hamburg start from A$51. The average price for this train route is around A$221. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Mainz to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Mainz to Hamburg is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 256 miles (413 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Mainz to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Mainz to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Mainz to Hamburg at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:51pm.
What is the best train operator from Mainz to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Mainz to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Mainz to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Mainz to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Hamburg was searched and found on Jul 27, 2026 with a price of A$69To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mainz to Hamburg, as early as possible.
