The cheapest and fastest trains from Strasbourg to Mainz
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strasbourg to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strasbourg to Mainz will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
It's difficult to get from Strasbourg to Mainz without transferring at least once.
SCF 87423 · ICE 370 · IC 1745
SCF 87419 · ICE 200 · RE 4490
SCF 87429 · ICE 278 · EC 8
ICE 9591 · ICE 108 · RE 4492
TGV 9561+
IC 1747
TGV 9561+
IC 1747
SCF 87423 · ICE 370 · IC 1745
SCF 87429 · ICE 278 · EC 8
ICE 9573 · EC 8
SCF 87419 · ICE 200 · RE 4490Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Strasbourg to Mainz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 161 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€52 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Strasbourg to Mainz train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TGV 9561+ IC 1747 | On time 8:08 AM Strasbourg station | 2h10 | 10:18 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
SCF 87419 · ICE 200 · RE 4490 | On time 8:52 AM Strasbourg station | 2h51 | 11:43 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
SCF 87423 · ICE 370 · IC 1745 | On time 9:52 AM Strasbourg station | 2h26 | 12:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 108 · RE 4492 | On time 10:46 AM Strasbourg station | 2h57 | 1:43 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9573 · EC 8 | On time 11:45 AM Strasbourg station | 2h33 | 2:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
SCF 87429 · ICE 278 · EC 8 | On time 11:52 AM Strasbourg station | 2h26 | 2:18 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Strasbourg to Mainz
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, TGV INOUI from Strasbourg to Mainz trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Strasbourg and Mainz from €13. 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.
TGV
TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Strasbourg to Mainz

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Strasbourg to Mainz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Kuhn
- Brasserie Flo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Le Grand Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- VéloParc Gare: 760 places, covered VéloParc Sainte-Aurélie: 680 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tramway connections
- Tramway: Line A, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- TER: Regional trains
- 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
- McDonald's
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Hans im Glück
- The Big Easy
- Hyatt Regency Mainz
- Favorite Parkhotel
- Ibis Hotel Mainz City
- Hof Ehrenfels
- Zum Laubenheimer Ried - Da Giovanni
- Mainzer Hof
- Pizza Roma
- Bäckerei Werner
- Goldene Ente
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