The average train between Essen and Mainz takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen 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.
Trains run twice daily between Essen and Mainz. The earliest departure is at 4:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 7:20 AM which arrives into Mainz at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Mainz station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Essen to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.
Book your Essen to Mainz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and vlexx.
The distance between Essen and Mainz is 186.4 km. The road distance is 274 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €45–90 and the journey takes 1h 46m.
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