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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Hbf | Mainz Central Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Mainz Central Train Station | Fastest | ||||
National Express + vlexx + MittelrheinBahn | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Mainz Central Train Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:49 AM CEST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Mainz
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Mainz. The journey takes about 1 hour 48 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Mainz?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Mainz
- A
Bahnhofstraße
flibco.com bus stop, Kaiser-Wilhelm-Ring, 55118 Mainz, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Mainz by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Mainz?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Mainz start from NOK 126. The average price for this train route is around NOK 507. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Mainz?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Mainz is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 87 miles (139 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Mainz route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 29 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Mainz?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Mainz at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 7:49pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Mainz?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Mainz?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Mainz?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Mainz?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Mainz was searched and found on Jun 3, 2026 with a price of NOK 171To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Mainz, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NOK 171 to NOK 1,312 for a train ticket from Cologne to Mainz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 171 which is on 2026-06-07.
