Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Mainz central station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mainz central station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mainz central station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Mainz Central Train Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Mainz to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 482, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mainz to Hamburg 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 Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Mainz to Hamburg start from R 395. The average price for this train route is around R 1 538. 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 Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Mainz to Hamburg is 4h 29m, covering a distance of 413 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 1m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Mainz to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mainz to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Mainz to Hamburg departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 23:02.
Which is the best train operator from Mainz to Hamburg?
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 Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Mainz to Hamburg?
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 Hamburg?
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 Hamburg was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 328To 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.
