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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Münster to Mainz
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€20
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€71
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 18
29
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Münster to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Münster to Mainz will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 29 trains from Münster to Mainz, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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.
IC 23485:02 AM3h37Münster (Westf) Hbf8:39 AMMainz Hbf€201One-way0 transfers- ICE 9211:03 AM5h24Münster (Westf) Hbf6:27 AMMainz Hbf€231One-way0 transfers
- ICE 921+
9030112:20 AM6h07Münster-Zentrum Nord6:27 AMMainz Hbf€271One-way1 transfer - ICE 921 · 42511:03 AM5h03Münster (Westf) Hbf6:06 AMMainz Hbf€331One-way1 transfer
- ICE 921 · 4251+9030112:20 AM5h46Münster-Zentrum Nord6:06 AMMainz Hbf€371One-way2 transfers
- IC 2348 · ICE 101 · ICE 10225:02 AM3h16Münster (Westf) Hbf8:18 AMMainz Hbf€641One-way2 transfers
- ICE 103 · ICE 10207:02 AM3h16Münster (Westf) Hbf10:18 AMMainz Hbf€761One-way1 transfer
- 52307 · ICE 103 · ICE 10206:47 AM3h31Münster-Zentrum Nord10:18 AMMainz Hbf€801One-way2 transfers
- 52315 · ICE 105 · ICE 9268:47 AM3h31Münster-Zentrum Nord12:18 PMMainz Hbf€1041One-way2 transfers
- 14705 · ICE 103 · ICE 10206:43 AM3h35Münster-Mecklenbeck10:18 AMMainz Hbf€801One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Münster to Mainz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Münster to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €46, while a train costs an average of €46.
Distance: 225 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€46 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Mainz take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
Live departures
Münster to Mainz train times
The table below shows live departures for Münster to Mainz trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10244 · ICE 523 · IC 2441 | On time 2:09 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 5h06 | 7:15 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 10244 · ICE 23 | On time 2:09 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 5h29 | 7:38 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2348 · ICE 101 · ICE 1022 | On time 5:02 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 3h16 | 8:18 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2348 | On time 5:02 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 3h37 | 8:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 52301 · 17405 · ICE 527 · S8 | 5:19 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h06 | 9:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 10106 · ICE 527 · S8 | 5:37 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 3h48 | 9:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 14701 · ICE 513 · ICE 25 | On time 5:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 3h56 | 9:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 52303 · ICE 513 · ICE 25 | On time 5:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 3h52 | 9:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · ICE 25 | On time 6:03 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 3h36 | 9:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 14881 · 89921 · IC 2040 | On time 6:16 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 4h23 | 10:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 52305 · 89921 · IC 2040 | On time 6:19 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h20 | 10:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 90059 · IC 2040 | On time 6:40 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 3h59 | 10:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 14705 · ICE 103 · ICE 1020 | On time 6:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 3h35 | 10:18 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 52307 · ICE 103 · ICE 1020 | On time 6:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 3h31 | 10:18 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 103 · ICE 1020 | On time 7:02 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 3h16 | 10:18 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 14883 · 17409 · ICE 621 · S8 | 7:16 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 4h09 | 11:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 52309 · 17409 · ICE 621 · S8 | 7:19 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h06 | 11:25 AM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 14709 · ICE 515 · ICE 27 | On time 7:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 3h56 | 11:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 52311 · ICE 515 · ICE 27 | On time 7:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 3h52 | 11:39 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 14885 · 17411 · ICE 2013 | On time 8:16 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 4h23 | 12:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 52313 · 17411 · ICE 2013 | On time 8:19 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h20 | 12:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 14711 · ICE 105 · ICE 926 | On time 8:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 3h35 | 12:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 52315 · ICE 105 · ICE 926 | On time 8:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 3h31 | 12:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 14887 · 17413 · ICE 625 · S8 | 9:16 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 4h09 | 1:25 PM Mainz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 14887 · 17413 · ICE 29 | On time 9:16 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 4h23 | 1:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Münster to Mainz
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Trains from Münster to Mainz run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Münster to Mainz trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Münster and Mainz from €27. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Münster to Mainz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Münster 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Münster to Mainz
Most Münster to Mainz trains use the Münster(Westf) Hbf to Mainz Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Münster and Mainz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Münster station do trains to Mainz leave from?
Getting to Münster(Westf) Hbf from Münster city centre
Münster(Westf) Hbf train station facilities and services
Münster(Westf) 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: McDonald's, Altes Gasthaus Leve, Asia Quick 2, Garbo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. ATMs are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Information desks are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include H4 Hotel, Central Hotel, Marco Polo, Martinihof.
Getting to Münster Zentrum Nord from Münster city centre
Münster Zentrum Nord is 2 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster Zentrum Nord train station facilities and services
Münster Zentrum Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Schwarzwaldhütte, Domino's, Torino, Maya Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. ATMs are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Information desks are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Getting to Münster-Mecklenbeck from Münster city centre
Münster-Mecklenbeck is 5 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster-Mecklenbeck train station facilities and services
Münster-Mecklenbeck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Grill, Eis Cafe Delizioso, Pizza Venezia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. ATMs are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Information desks are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Which Mainz station do trains from Münster arrive at?
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.
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