The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Mainz on Mon, Dec 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










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Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main to Mainz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 32 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€18 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Mainz train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Mainz trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:26 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0h49 | 9:15 PM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0h44 | 9:15 PM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:58 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0h17 | 9:15 PM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:28 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0h37 | 10:05 PM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
![]() | 4:42 AM Frankfurt am Main | 0h33 | 5:15 AM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz run on average 2 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 17m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, vlexx from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, vlexx trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Mainz from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
vlexx
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mainz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Frankfurt am Main, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Frankfurt am Main Flughafen and Frankfurt Stadion station. When arriving in Mainz, you can end your trip in train stations like Mainz Hbf and Mainz Römisches Theater station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen, which is located around 9.2 miles (14.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Mainz Hbf, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Wunderbar
- Pizza Ciro
- Schiffsmeldestelle
- Mainod
- Lindner Congress Hotel Frankfurt
- Parkside Hotel
- Höchster Hof
- Hotel am Schloss
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Saturday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Mangal
- Asia Wok
- Bistrorante Midi
- McDonald's
- Advena Europa Hotel
- GuestHouse Mainz
- Terminus
- Hotel Moguntia
- Pizzeria Venezia
- Kaiser Pide & Kebaphaus
- Alaaeddin Döner
- Super 8 by Wyndham Mainz Zollhafen
- McDonald's
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Hans im Glück
- The Big Easy
- Hyatt Regency Mainz
- Favorite Parkhotel
- Ibis Hotel Mainz City
- Hof Ehrenfels
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