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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 8 at
    Departure city: Mainz
    Departure location: Mainz Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Hamburg
    Destination location: Hamburg Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 8 at
    Departure city: Mainz
    Departure location: Mainz Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Hamburg
    Destination location: Hamburg Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 8 at
    Departure city: Mainz
    Departure location: Mainz Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Hamburg
    Destination location: Hamburg Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 8 at
    Departure city: Mainz
    Departure location: Mainz Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Hamburg
    Destination location: Hamburg Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 8 at
    Departure city: Mainz
    Departure location: Mainz Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Hamburg
    Destination location: Hamburg Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Mainz to Hamburg.

Bus
Average Price$36 - $154Average Duration12h 45m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average Price$52 - $250Average Duration4h 44m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average Price$34 - $57Average Duration5h 20m
17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Mainz to Hamburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
5h 20mAverage Duration
$34Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Train Mainz to Hamburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$125
Average train trip duration4h 44m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure6:10am
Distance257 miles (413 km)
Latest train departure11:02pm

Mainz to Hamburg Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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05/09
$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mainz to Hamburg was searched and found on May 9, 2025 with a price of $29

To 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.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $182 for a train ticket from Mainz to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-05-09.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Mainz to Hamburg is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Hamburg, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Mainz and Hamburg, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Mainz to Hamburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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