The average train between Mainz and Kandel takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz to Kandel. 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 every 4 hours between Mainz and Kandel. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mainz is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Kandel at 4:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Mainz to Kandel? 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 Kandel. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Kandel station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Mainz to Kandel train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.
Mainz to Kandel train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Kandel Bahnhof station.
Book your Mainz to Kandel train tickets online with Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Kandel is 100.6 km. The road distance is 148 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Kandel Bahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 34m.