The average train between Zwickau and Mainz takes 6h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Zwickau 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 every 4 hours between Zwickau and Mainz. The earliest departure is at 4:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Zwickau is at 10:34 PM which arrives into Mainz at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 6h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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5h 31m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zwickau 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.
No, there is no direct train from Zwickau to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Zwickau station and arriving at Mainz station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.
Zwickau to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof station.
Zwickau to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.
Book your Zwickau to Mainz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Zwickau and Mainz is 309.8 km. The road distance is 494 km.
You can take a train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theater via Leipzig Hbf, Erfurt Hbf, and Frankfurt in around 5h 35m.