The average train between Dresden and Mainz takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Dresden 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 Dresden and Mainz. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dresden is at 6:11 PM which arrives into Mainz at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Dresden station and arriving at Mainz station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Dresden to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.
Dresden to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.
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The distance between Dresden and Mainz is 403.7 km. The road distance is 594 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt every 4 hours. Tickets cost €100–450 and the journey takes 5h 16m.