The cheapest and fastest trains from Trier to Mainz
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trier to Mainz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trier to Mainz will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
It's difficult to get from Trier to Mainz without transferring at least once.
RE 4119 · RE 4263
RE 4121 · RE 29659 · RB 25377
RB 12129 · IC 1746
RB 12133 · ICE 927
RE 4119 · RE 4263
RE 4121 · RE 29659 · RB 25377
RB 12129 · IC 1746
RB 12133 · ICE 927Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Trier to Mainz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Mainz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 13m. 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 €10, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 120 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€30 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Trier to Mainz train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 4119 · RE 4263 | On time 12:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h37 | 3:08 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RB 12129 · IC 1746 | On time 12:41 PM Trier Hbf | 2h58 | 3:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 4121 · RE 29659 · RB 25377 | On time 1:31 PM Trier Hbf | 2h56 | 4:27 PM Mainz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RB 12133 · ICE 927 | On time 1:41 PM Trier Hbf | 2h58 | 4:39 PM Mainz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trier to Mainz
Distance 120 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Trier to Mainz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Trier and Mainz from €10. 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 Trier to Mainz

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Trier to Mainz
- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Nordsee
- Patat Haus
- Ratskeller
- Zur Steipe
- Hotel Vinum
- Casa Chiara
- Mercure
- Park Plaza Hotel Trier
- Derwisch
- Delikat
- Altes Brauhaus
- La Gondola
- Deutscher Hof
- Handelshof
- 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
- Pizzeria Venezia
- Kaiser Pide & Kebaphaus
- Alaaeddin Döner
- Super 8 by Wyndham Mainz Zollhafen
- McDonald's
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Hans im Glück
- The Big Easy
- Hyatt Regency Mainz
- Favorite Parkhotel
- Ibis Hotel Mainz City
- Hof Ehrenfels
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