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Train Darmstadt → Mainz

Schedule & travel time

0h 28m 30 km 40 trains/day
RB IC

Route overview

0h 28m

Fastest time

0h 32m

Avg. duration

30

Kilometers

40

Trains per day

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By train from Darmstadt to Mainz

An important regional connection: The train connection from Darmstadt to Mainz is one of the most frequently served rail routes in Germany. On the RB you reach your destination in just 0h 28m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 30 kilometers and is served by about 40 trains every day. The high frequency offers maximum flexibility for trip planning.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Rhein-Main-Verbindung

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Available train types

This route is served by RB, IC.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Darmstadt to Mainz saves you about 5 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Darmstadt to Mainz?

The fastest connection from Darmstadt to Mainz takes 0h 28m. The average travel time is 0h 32m.

How many trains run daily from Darmstadt to Mainz?

About 40 trains run daily on the Darmstadt - Mainz route. Train types include RB, IC.

What is the route from Darmstadt to Mainz?

The direct connection covers 30 km.

More interesting connections

Darmstadt → Frankfurt
18m28 km
Darmstadt → Heidelberg
35m55 km
Koblenz → Mainz
0h 50m92 km
Worms → Mainz
0h 26m42 km
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Return journey

Mainz Darmstadt

More connections

Darmstadt → Frankfurt18mDarmstadt → Heidelberg35mKoblenz → Mainz0h 50mWorms → Mainz0h 26mFrankfurt → Mainz32m
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Schedule data last updated: 02/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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