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Museum Wiesbaden
Major art museum with important 19th-century, modern, and contemporary collections, including Jawlensky works and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$209
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$209
Fastest journey on Sep 20
11 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
12 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
840 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Wiesbaden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Wiesbaden will cost around $209 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $209.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Wiesbaden without transferring at least 3 times.
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 624 · S8
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 624 · S8Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Wiesbaden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $99 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $99, while a flight costs an average of $516.
Distance: 521 miles (840 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$146 Average price | $99 Average price Cheapest | $516 Average price | $219 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 56m Average total duration 18h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Wiesbaden:
A bus is $48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Wiesbaden costing on average $146.
A bus is $417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Wiesbaden costing on average $516.
Other travel options to Wiesbaden take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 4m.
Bus takes on average 18h 26m.
Tickets start at around $146 compared to roughly $219 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $73. The journey takes 11h 4m versus 10h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Wiesbaden trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 66 · ICE 698 · S8 | On time 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 14h44 | 4:14 AM Wiesbaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 624 · S8 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h44 | 6:14 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h56 | 5:26 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Budapest to Wiesbaden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 but you can travel from only $33 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 521 miles (840 km) distance in 10h 37m.
Distance 521 miles (840 km) |
Average train duration 11h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 37m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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Discover the best of Wiesbaden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wiesbaden trip today.
Major art museum with important 19th-century, modern, and contemporary collections, including Jawlensky works and changing exhibitions.
Local city museum covering Wiesbaden’s history from Roman times to the present with accessible displays near the old town center.
Museum dedicated to abstract painter Reinhard Ernst, presenting international postwar abstraction in a striking new purpose-built building.
Elegant central square framed by the City Palace, old and new town halls, and Marktkirche; a prime starting point for historic sightseeing.
Upscale boulevard lined with boutiques and grand buildings, ideal for a stroll through Wiesbaden’s classic spa-era urban landscape.
Large English-style landscaped park beside the Kurhaus, valued for ponds, walking paths, and a calm setting close to the city center.
Handkäs with onions, vinegar and oil. This sour milk cheese is a Hessian tavern classic, often served with bread and apple wine.
Green herb sauce made with seven herbs, usually served cold with boiled eggs and potatoes. A signature dish across Hesse and nearby Wiesbaden.
Slow-cooked pork or beef with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes. This hearty Hessian dish is traditional in cooler months and local inns.
Michelin-starred fine dining known for modern French cuisine, polished service and an elegant grand hotel setting.
Historic traditional restaurant serving Hessian classics and regional wines in a warm, old-town atmosphere near the center.
Well-known brewery tavern for hearty German dishes and house beers, with a lively casual setting in central Wiesbaden.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels can be pricey during events, but dining and local transit are similar to other large German cities.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common. In cafes and taxis, round up to the nearest euro or add a small tip.
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Wiesbaden Hbf -> Schlossplatz, Wiesbaden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Wiesbaden by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wiesbaden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Wiesbaden trains use the Budapest Keleti to Wiesbaden Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Wiesbaden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Wiesbaden Hbf is 1 km from Wiesbaden city centre. Public transport options include:
Wiesbaden Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Beef and Bun, Rooster Fried Chicken, Trattoria Da-Balbi, Oranien-Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Wiesbaden Hbf. ATMs are available at Wiesbaden Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wiesbaden Hbf. Information desks are available at Wiesbaden Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wiesbaden Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wiesbaden Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wiesbaden Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wiesbaden Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Landeshaus, Hotel Luisenhof, Aurora, Best Western Hotel Wiesbaden.
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