How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz start at $13. The average price for this train route is around $35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

The average train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz takes 50m and covers 32 km. The quickest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Mainz route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 7:43pm.

What is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?

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.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Mainz from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:42am	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	7:15am	Mainz Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	6:26am	Frankfurt Süd	49m	7:15am	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	6:42am	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	7:15am	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	6:42am	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	7:15am	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	7:25pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	53m	8:18pm	Mainz Central Train Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Mainz on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:42am	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	7:15am	Mainz Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
S-Bahn + InterCity	Train	6:25am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	50m	7:15am	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:25pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	50m	1:15pm	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	12:42pm	Frankfurt Hbf	33m	1:15pm	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + InterCity	Train	6:25am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	50m	7:15am	Mainz Central Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:35 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz

We recommend carpooling

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

5carpool per day

30mAverage Duration

35 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $38	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $79	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$2 - $9	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz 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 Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz start at $13. The average price for this train route is around $35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
The average train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz takes 50m and covers 32 km. The quickest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Mainz route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 7:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-27

$31

11-28

$18

Today

$31

11-30

$31

12-01

$12

12-02

$12

12-03

$17

12-04

$12

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $75 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-12-02.