Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Frankfurt West station | Mainz central station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Südbahnhof | Mainz central station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Frankfurt West station | Mainz central station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Frankfurt West station | Mainz central station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Südbahnhof | Mainz central station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz
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 R 40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz start from R 157. The average price for this train route is around R 217. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz is 32m, covering a distance of 32 km. The quickest train can get 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 3 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 06:00. And the latest train departs at 18:43.
Which 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, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 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 ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 137To 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 R 137 to R 684 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 R 137, which is on 2026-01-30.
