Explore Mainz to Nijmegen by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Mainz to Nijmegen aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost for travel between Mainz and Nijmegen

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$24.41, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Departure frequency and timetable from Mainz to Nijmegen

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Mainz to Nijmegen:

  • 00:01 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:43 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:01 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 19:40 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 38 minutes from Mainz toward Nijmegen.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 25 trains serving this route each day.

Mainz to Nijmegen distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 266 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 47 minutes.

When do tickets between Mainz and Nijmegen go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Mainz and Nijmegen 5 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Mainz to Nijmegen travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Nijmegen.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Mainz and Nijmegen by train?

The train journey from Mainz to Nijmegen covers 266 kilometres in total.

How much does it cost to go from Mainz to Nijmegen by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is US$24.41. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

How far in advance can I book my Mainz to Nijmegen train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 and a half months in advance.

How long does the train take from Mainz to Nijmegen?

The fastest journey takes 3 hours and 47 minutes.