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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mainz to Berlin
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€24
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€84
Fastest journey on Oct 13
4 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
5 h
Trains on Oct 13
18
Distance
455 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Berlin will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
It's difficult to get from Mainz to Berlin without transferring at least once.
IC 2347 · ICE 15419:20 PM8h24Mainz Hbf5:44 AMBerlin Hbf€241One-way1 transfer- S8 · ICE 127211:02 PM7h00Mainz Hbf6:02 AMBerlin Hbf€281One-way1 transfer
- 29527 · ICE 5927:10 PM5h21Mainz Hbf12:31 AMBerlin Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
- 4265 · ICE 2766:10 PM5h07Mainz Hbf11:17 PMBerlin Hbf€601One-way1 transfer
- 4267 · ICE 2748:10 PM6h18Mainz Hbf2:28 AMBerlin Hbf€681One-way1 transfer
- ICE 921 · ICE 3786:29 AM4h48Mainz Hbf11:17 AMBerlin Hbf€801One-way1 transfer
- 29247 · ICE 3768:27 AM4h50Mainz Hbf1:17 PMBerlin Hbf€1351One-way1 transfer
- 4257 · ICE 37410:10 AM5h07Mainz Hbf3:17 PMBerlin Hbf€1351One-way1 transfer
- 4259 · ICE 37212:10 PM5h07Mainz Hbf5:17 PMBerlin Hbf€1171One-way1 transfer
- 4261 · ICE 3702:10 PM5h07Mainz Hbf7:17 PMBerlin Hbf€931One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Mainz to Berlin
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Trains from Mainz to Berlin run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 455 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 455 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Mainz to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4754 · ICE 696 | On time 5:16 AM Mainz Hbf | 5h17 | 10:33 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29205 · ICE 694 | On time 7:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 5h08 | 12:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29247 · ICE 376 | On time 8:27 AM Mainz Hbf | 4h50 | 1:17 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29507 · ICE 692 | On time 9:10 AM Mainz Hbf | 5h23 | 2:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4257 · ICE 374 | On time 10:10 AM Mainz Hbf | 5h07 | 3:17 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29511 · ICE 690 | On time 11:10 AM Mainz Hbf | 5h23 | 4:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4259 · ICE 372 | On time 12:10 PM Mainz Hbf | 5h07 | 5:17 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29515 · ICE 598 | On time 1:10 PM Mainz Hbf | 5h22 | 6:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4261 · ICE 370 | On time 2:10 PM Mainz Hbf | 5h07 | 7:17 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29519 · ICE 596 | On time 3:10 PM Mainz Hbf | 5h23 | 8:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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.
FAQs: Trains from Mainz to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Mainz to Berlin
Most Mainz to Berlin trains use the Mainz Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Spandau. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mainz station do trains to Berlin leave from?
Getting to Mainz Hbf from Mainz city centre
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Hbf train station facilities and services
Mainz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Mangal, Asia Wok, Bistrorante Midi, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Hbf. ATMs are available at Mainz Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Hbf. Information desks are available at Mainz Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Advena Europa Hotel, GuestHouse Mainz, Terminus, Hotel Moguntia.
Getting to Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim from Mainz city centre
Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim train station facilities and services
Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several restaurants available on-site.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs located near ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim: Wheelchair accessible with elevators.
Getting to Mainz Nord from Mainz city centre
Mainz Nord is 4 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Nord train station facilities and services
Mainz Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizzeria Venezia, Kaiser Pide & Kebaphaus, Alaaeddin Döner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Nord. ATMs are available at Mainz Nord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Nord. Information desks are available at Mainz Nord.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Nord.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Super 8 by Wyndham Mainz Zollhafen.
Which Berlin station do trains from Mainz arrive at?
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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