What is the cheapest way to get from Mainz to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Budapest is to bus via Népliget Station which costs 24 000 Ft - 40 000 Ft and takes 20h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mainz to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs 27 000 Ft - 70 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Budapest station. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Budapest Déli train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Mainz Hbf and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 58m.

How far is it from Mainz to Budapest?

The distance between Mainz and Budapest is 879 km. The road distance is 967.8 km.

How do I travel from Mainz to Budapest without a car?

The best way to get from Mainz to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 12h 58m and costs 60 000 Ft - 120 000 Ft.

How long does it take to get from Mainz to Budapest?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Mainz to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Budapest bus from?

Mainz to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Budapest train from?

Mainz to Budapest train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Mainz Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Mainz to Budapest?

The best way to get from Mainz to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs 27 000 Ft - 70 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 60 000 Ft - 120 000 Ft and takes 12h 58m, you could also bus, which costs 32 000 Ft - 48 000 Ft and takes 16h 15m.

Where does the Mainz to Budapest bus arrive?

Mainz to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest Déli train station.

Where does the Mainz to Budapest train arrive?

Mainz to Budapest train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Wien HBF station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Budapest is 968 km. It takes approximately 8h 56m to drive from Mainz to Budapest.

How do I get a train ticket from Mainz to Budapest?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Mainz to Budapest?

Book your Mainz to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

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Mainz to Budapest - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train

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There are 7 ways to get from Mainz to Budapest by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly from Frankfurt
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane FRA - BUD
4h 35m
Ft 27,629–65,382
Night train, train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Mainz Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ec
12h 58m
Ft 20,602–71,121
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz Hbf to Wien HBFtrain Nj
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ec
12h 58m
Ft 62,734–114,808
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Budapest Déli train stationbus N161
16h 15m
Ft 32,239–47,818
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane STR - BUD
6h 30m
Ft 27,685–82,642
Bus via Népliget Station
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Népliget Stationbus
20h 10m
Ft 24,003–39,705
Drive 967.8 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Budapestcar 967.8 km
8h 56m
Ft 65,308–94,333

Mainz to Budapest by train and foot

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12h 58mAverage Duration

Ft 62,734Cheapest Price

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Distance: 878.5 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Mainz, Germany and Budapest, Hungary?

Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa, and Austrian Airlines fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mainz Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien HBF and Wien Hbf in around 12h 58m.

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