Budapest to Mainz by train

Budapest to Mainz train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Budapest to Mainz by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Budapest to Mainz take around 10 hours and 8 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 838 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Budapest is scheduled to depart at around  05:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:35. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 10 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 17 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$57.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Mainz, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Mainz.

Is there a direct train from Budapest to Mainz?

The journey between Budapest and Mainz usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Budapest to Mainz every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Budapest to Mainz train travel takes about 10 hours and 8 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Budapest to Mainz train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Mainz leaving Budapest at around 05:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:35. This is the same at the weekend.