The average train between Mainz and Bamberg takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Mainz to Bamberg. 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 hourly between Mainz and Bamberg. The earliest departure is at 4:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Bamberg at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 3m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Mainz to Bamberg? 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 Mainz to Bamberg. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Bamberg station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Mainz to Bamberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mainz, Römisches Theater station.
Mainz to Bamberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bamberg station.
Book your Mainz to Bamberg train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Bamberg is 187.8 km. The road distance is 260 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Bamberg via Frankfurt and Würzburg Hbf in around 3h 13m.