Nijmegen to Mainz by train

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Overview: trains from Nijmegen to Mainz

Find the key information for travelling by train from Nijmegen to Mainz, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:08 View journey
Last train 21:08 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 3hr 45m View journey
Distance (km) 266
Trains / day 26 View all
Cheapest journey €99.09 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 31m
Train operators 20

Taking the train from Nijmegen to Mainz

So you’re considering going from Nijmegen to Mainz by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Nijmegen to Mainz

Getting from Nijmegen to Mainz by rail typically costs €99.09, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train times for travel between Nijmegen and Mainz

If you are taking the train from Nijmegen to Mainz, you will have 26 trains each day (with a departure every 33 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:08. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:08. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:08, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 19:13.

Travel time and distance between Nijmegen and Mainz

The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 45 minutes, covering a total of 266 kilometres.

When do tickets between Nijmegen and Mainz go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Nijmegen and Mainz 9 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.

Maximising your travels to Mainz

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Mainz.

FAQs about the train journey from Nijmegen to Mainz

Want to know more about your journey from Nijmegen to Mainz? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Nijmegen and Mainz by train is 266 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.