The average train between Mainz and Dax takes 11h 23m and the fastest train takes 9h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz to Dax. 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 4 times a day between Mainz and Dax. The earliest departure is at 4:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Dax at 10:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Saarbrücken Hbf and take an average of 11h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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16h 31m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Mainz to Dax? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Dax. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Dax station via Saarbrücken Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.
Mainz to Dax train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.
Mainz to Dax train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Dax station.
Book your Mainz to Dax train tickets online with vlexx, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Dax is 993.8 km. The road distance is 1,233 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Dax via Saarbrücken Hbf, Paris l'Est, Gare de l'Est, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 9h 58m.