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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€73
Average price
€90
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
411 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf without transferring at least once.
10:29PM7h15
Hamburg Altona05:44AMMainz Hbf
€731One-way
0 transfers
05:11PM7h33
Hamburg Altona12:44AMMainz Hbf
€921One-way
1 transfer
03:03AM6h12
Hamburg Altona09:15AMMainz Hbf
€951One-way
1 transfer
07:45AM5h30
Hamburg Altona01:15PMMainz Hbf
€951One-way
1 transfer
11:11AM6h04
Hamburg Altona05:15PMMainz Hbf
€951One-way
1 transfer
07:45AM5h30
Hamburg Altona01:15PMMainz Hbf
€951One-way
1 transfer
11:11AM6h04
Hamburg Altona05:15PMMainz Hbf
€951One-way
1 transfer
01:11PM6h04
Hamburg Altona07:15PMMainz Hbf
€951One-way
1 transfer
03:10PM6h05
Hamburg Altona09:15PMMainz Hbf
€951One-way
1 transfer
03:03AM6h12
Hamburg Altona09:15AMMainz Hbf
€951One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 411 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€87 Average price | €117 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 3:17 AM
Last updated at 3:17 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 AM Hamburg Altona | 5h30 | 1:15 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 11:11 AM Hamburg Altona | 6h04 | 5:15 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 1:11 PM Hamburg Altona | 6h04 | 7:15 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 3:29 PM Hamburg Altona | 13h31 | 5:00 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 3:03 AM Hamburg Altona | 6h12 | 9:15 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf
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Trains from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €22
Distance 411 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 07:03 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €22
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg Altona and Mainz Hbf from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 10m
Cheapest Price
€100
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf
FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf.
Cheap train tickets from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf can start from as little as €76 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf is €80; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Mainz Hbf from Hamburg Altona is on average 4 h 37 min for the 411 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Hamburg Altona and Mainz Hbf by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf leaves at 07: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf leaves at 18: 29.
Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Mainz Hbf. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Mainz Hbf from Hamburg Altona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 29.
A trip to Mainz Hbf from Hamburg Altona is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 37 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf is January.
Yes, you can take a train from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Altona to Mainz Hbf
Hamburg
Mainz
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg-Altona. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Altona for your trip from Hamburg to Mainz.
Hamburg-Altona
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
Hotel
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
The major train station for arrivals in Mainz is Mainz Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mainz Hbf for your journey to Mainz from Hamburg.
Mainz Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Mangal
- Asia Wok
- Bistrorante Midi
- McDonald's
Hotel
- Advena Europa Hotel
- GuestHouse Mainz
- Terminus
- Hotel Moguntia
Most popular trains to and from Mainz Hbf and Hamburg Altona
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