How much does a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Cologne cost?

The average train ticket price from Mainz to Cologne is R 977. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Mainz to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Mainz to Cologne?

A train trip between Mainz and Cologne is around 1h 46m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 142 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Mainz and Cologne?

The number of trains from Mainz to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 29. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Mainz to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Mainz to Cologne?

When taking the train from Mainz to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

Train Mainz to Cologne from R 317 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Mainz to Cologne on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:20	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 46m	14:06	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	12:43	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 22m	14:05	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:02	Mainz Central Train Station	3h 6m	15:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:10	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 44m	13:54	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	12:43	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 32m	14:15	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	12:02	Mainz Central Train Station	3h 6m	15:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:10	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 44m	13:54	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	12:43	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 32m	14:15	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Mainz to Cologne on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:17	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 49m	09:06	Hbf	Cheapest
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:44	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 31m	09:15	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Regionalbahn + Regional-Express	Train	06:21	Mainz Central Train Station	3h 12m	09:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:32	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 42m	08:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	06:35	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 47m	08:22	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Regionalbahn + Regional-Express	Train	06:21	Mainz Central Train Station	3h 12m	09:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:32	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 42m	08:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	06:35	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 47m	08:22	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Mainz to Cologne on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:20	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 46m	20:06	Hbf	Cheapest
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	13:10	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 38m	14:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	Train	12:02	Mainz Central Train Station	3h 6m	15:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:10	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 58m	14:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	12:20	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 46m	14:06	Hbf	No tags
	Train	12:02	Mainz Central Train Station	3h 6m	15:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:10	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 58m	14:08	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	12:20	Mainz Central Train Station	1h 46m	14:06	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:19 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Mainz to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

140 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 447 - R 1 251	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 294 - R 2 237	Average duration1h 46m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 130 - R 465	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 287 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions on the trip Mainz - Cologne

How much does a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Cologne cost?
The average train ticket price from Mainz to Cologne is R 977. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Mainz to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Mainz to Cologne?
A train trip between Mainz and Cologne is around 1h 46m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 142 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Mainz and Cologne?
The number of trains from Mainz to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 29. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Mainz to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Mainz to Cologne?
When taking the train from Mainz to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

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11/11

R 417

Today

R 521

13/11

R 523

14/11

R 751

15/11

R 669

16/11

R 753

17/11

R 587

The cheapest trip from Mainz to Cologne was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 417

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mainz to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 417 to R 2 564 for a train ticket from Mainz to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 523, which is on 2025-11-13.