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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ÖBB + ÖBB + ÖBB | Train | Hauptbahnhof Süd | Mainz Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Mainz Central Train Station | Fastest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn | Train | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
ÖBB + ÖBB + ÖBB | Train | Hauptbahnhof Süd | Mainz Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna to Mainz
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mainz. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 835, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 952
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Mainz?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Mainz start from R 1 490. The average price for this train route is around R 2 388. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vienna to Mainz?
The average train journey time from Vienna to Mainz is 7h 23m, covering a distance of 625 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Vienna to Mainz route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Mainz?
The earliest train from Vienna to Mainz departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 17:13.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vienna to Mainz was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 328To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Vienna to Mainz as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 328 to R 5 200 for a train ticket from Vienna to Mainz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 328, which is on 2025-12-13.
