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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Fastest | ||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Mainz to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 154, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mainz to Cologne 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 Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Mainz to Cologne start from R 286. The average price for this train route is around R 949. 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 Cologne?
The average train journey time from Mainz to Cologne is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 140 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Mainz to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 40 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mainz to Cologne?
The earliest train from Mainz to Cologne departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 19:42.
Which is the best train operator from Mainz to Cologne?
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 Cologne?
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 Cologne?
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 Mainz to Cologne?
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 Cologne was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 312To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mainz to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 312 to R 2 495 for a train ticket from Mainz to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 521, which is on 2025-12-13.
