The average train between Mainz and Sylt takes 9h 9m and the fastest train takes 8h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz to Sylt. 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 4 times a day between Mainz and Sylt. The earliest departure is at 3:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 1:35 PM which arrives into Sylt at 10:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 9h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 29m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Mainz to Sylt? 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 Sylt. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Sylt station via Hamburg Dammtor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.
Mainz to Sylt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Sylt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/Bahnhof station.
The distance between Mainz and Sylt is 548.7 km. The road distance is 774 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/Bahnhof via Frankfurt, Hamburg Dammtor, and Elmshorn in around 9h 30m.