The average train between Mainz and Berlin takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Mainz to Berlin. 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 hourly between Mainz and Berlin. The earliest departure is at 2:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Berlin at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Berlin. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Berlin station via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Mainz to Berlin train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Berlin train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Berlin Hbf station.
Book your Mainz to Berlin train tickets online with vlexx, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Berlin is 455.1 km. The road distance is 577 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Berlin Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €100–240 and the journey takes 4h 15m.