The average train between Kiel and Mainz takes 6h 10m and the fastest train takes 6h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel 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 twice daily between Kiel and Mainz. The earliest departure is at 10:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kiel is at 2:16 PM which arrives into Mainz at 8:23 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Mainz station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.
Kiel to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.
Book your Kiel to Mainz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Kiel and Mainz is 498.6 km. The road distance is 640 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt 5 times a day. Tickets cost €110–460 and the journey takes 5h 44m.