The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Mainz
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Mainz will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
It's difficult to get from Stuttgart to Mainz without transferring at least once.
IC 2374+
HLB 28712
ICE 770 · ICE 1654
ICE 1098+
HLB 28710
ICE 1012 · S 9+
HLB 28754
ICE 692 · RE 4756
ICE 770 · ICE 1654
ICE 692 · ICE 202+
HLB 28630+
S 9
ICE 692 · RE 4756
ICE 1012 · S 9+
HLB 28754
ICE 1098+
HLB 28710Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stuttgart to Mainz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 149 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€36 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 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
Stuttgart to Mainz train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Mainz trains for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:37 AM Stuttgart | 1h41 | 11:18 AM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:51 PM Stuttgart | 1h27 | 7:18 PM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:34 PM Stuttgart | 2h19 | 9:53 PM Mainz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 12 | |||||
ICE 1098+ HLB 28710 | On time 7:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h06 | 9:11 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1012 · S 9+ HLB 28754 | On time 7:39 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h04 | 9:43 AM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 692 · ICE 202+ HLB 28630+ S 9 | On time 7:51 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h52 | 9:43 AM Mainz Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 692 · RE 4756 | On time 7:51 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h55 | 9:46 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2374+ HLB 28712 | 7:57 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 10:11 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 770 · ICE 1654 | On time 8:23 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h52 | 10:15 AM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Mainz
Trains from Stuttgart to Mainz run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Stuttgart to Mainz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Stuttgart and Mainz from €12. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Mainz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Stuttgart Hbf, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 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 Stuttgart to Mainz
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:30 - 14:00
- Sailer
- Café 44
- Schnell Imbiss
- Cafe am Rathaus
- Attimo Hotel Stuttgart
- Attimo Dependance Zimmer
- Hotel Krone
- Hotel Lamm
- Dolce Cafe Bar
- Höhencafe Killesberg
- Distelfarm
- McDonald's
- Messehotel Europe
- Ibis budget Stuttgart City Nord
- Alpha
- B&B Hotel
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- 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
- 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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