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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Budapest is to bus which costs 25 000 Ft - 46 000 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 54m and costs 28 000 Ft - 65 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz to Budapest station. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Budapest Déli train station via Frankfurt Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 6m.

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 13h 1m.

How far is it from Mainz to Budapest?

The distance between Mainz and Budapest is 878 km. The road distance is 967.7 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 13h 1m and costs 60 000 Ft - 120 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m 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 Airport 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 54m and costs 28 000 Ft - 65 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 60 000 Ft - 120 000 Ft and takes 13h 1m, you could also bus via Frankfurt, which costs 33 000 Ft - 55 000 Ft and takes 17h 6m.

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?

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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 54m
Ft 28,314–63,193
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 55m
Ft 21,106–73,706
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz Hbf to Wien HBFtrain Nj
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ec
13h 1m
Ft 61,189–114,310
Bus via Frankfurt
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Budapest Déli train stationbus N161
17h 6m
Ft 33,038–50,578
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 49m
Ft 29,104–90,823
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Népliget Stationbus
20h 10m
Ft 25,062–45,093
Drive 967.7 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Budapestcar 967.7 km
8h 56m
Ft 55,543–80,228

Mainz to Budapest by train and foot

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13h 1mAverage Duration

Ft 61,189Cheapest Price

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Distance: 877.5 km
Duration: 4h 54m

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 13h 1m.

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