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Trip Summary
99 trains operate daily from Essen to Mainz. The train trip from Essen to Mainz is usually about 3 hours and 52 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 38 minutes.
| Distance | 115 mi (184 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 38m |
| Lowest price | $37.78 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 5 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Mainz?
There are 5 train lines with service from Essen to Mainz. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 67 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 4h 35m | $59.43 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 4 | 3h 21m | $75.56 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 43 | 3h 32m | $75.11 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 67 | 4h 11m | $72.30 |
| National Express | 1 | 4h 42m | $47.63 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Mainz start from $38, and on average cost . Daily there are 67 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Mainz. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Mainz trains arrive at Mainz-Marienborn and 7 other train stations.
From Essen to Mainz train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Mainz faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 38 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Essen to Mainz tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Essen at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 99 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Mainz to Essen.
City Information
Mainz
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Mainz is the state of Rhineland-Palatinate’s capital city and is located along the Rhine River, close to Frankfurt. The city is a cultural center and a transportation hub in the region, known for its delightful wine and historic buildings. The most iconic building in the city is the Mainz Cathedral, a grand Romanesque cathedral over 1,000 years old. The cathedral dominates the historic market square, surrounded by other charming buildings like the iconic half-timbered houses of the area.
Also off the historic market square, you'll find the Gutenberg Museum, dedicated to the history of printing and home to two of Johannes Gutenberg's Bibles. Mainz includes several other noteworthy museums to round out your visit: the Museum of Ancient Seafaring with a focus on Roman ships, Kunsthalle de Mayence, a museum of art, and Landesmuseum Mainz, which focuses on local history.
The Frankfurt Airport is the airport closest to Mainz, and it's easy to take a train to Frankfurt before catching a flight. Of course, trains also connect to other German cities like Stuttgart, Munich, and Hamburg. Mainz is also accessible via intercity bus routes that cover most of Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Train Station
Essen Hauptbahnhof is the central railway station in Essen in Western Germany. The station has been rebuilt numerous times due to damage from the Second World War and other structural issues, and now over 400 trains serve the station daily. In addition, long-distance Deutsche Bahn ICE trains run regularly to destinations including Berlin, Cologne, Stuttgart, and Vienna. Regional trains travel cities such as Aachen, Dusseldorf, Wuppertal, and Munster. Inside the station are a variety of shops, restaurants and bakeries, banks, a pharmacy, ticket offices, and information desks. The station is in the center of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
All train stations in Essen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Mainz?
Main arrival station: Mainz Nord
There are more train stations and stops in Mainz than most cities. Most trains from Essen will stop at one (or more) of the 8 following stations in Mainz:
All train stations in Mainz:
Mainz Nord
Mainz-Laubenheim
Mainz-Mombach
Mainz-Marienborn
Waggonfabrik
Mainz Römisches Theater
Mainz Central Train Station - Exit West
Mainz-Gonsenheim
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