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Trip Overview

The average train between Dortmund and Mainz takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Dortmund to Mainz. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 48m
Duration
290 km
Distance
€58
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Dortmund to Mainz train times

Trains run hourly between Dortmund and Mainz. The earliest departure is at 3:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Mainz at 1:23 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 21m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)vlexx3h 10m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 47m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 20m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)vlexx2h 34m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 20m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)vlexx2h 34m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 20m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)vlexx2h 34m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 20m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)vlexx2h 34m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 20m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)vlexx2h 34m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)vlexx2h 34m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 47m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 47m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dortmund to Mainz? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Dortmund to Mainz.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 289.6 km
  • Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Mainz, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €40–80 and the journey takes 2h 13m.

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