Frankfurt am Main to Wiesbaden distance
The distance from Frankfurt am Main (Germany) to Wiesbaden (Germany) is 38 km by road, with a driving time of about 30 min. The straight-line distance is 32 km (20 miles); Wiesbaden lies to the W of Frankfurt am Main.
Reverse direction: Wiesbaden to Frankfurt am Main distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 32 km | 32 min |
| Car (road) | 38 km | 30 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Frankfurt am Main to Wiesbaden would cost roughly 84–109 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 38 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Frankfurt am Main
Frankfurt am Main is located in Hessen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 50° 6′ 39.32″ N, 8° 40′ 55.66″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 50.11 |
| Longitude | 8.68 |
| Region | Hessen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 756,021 |
Wiesbaden
Wiesbaden is located in Hessen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 50° 4′ 17.83″ N, 8° 14′ 41.40″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 50.07 |
| Longitude | 8.24 |
| Region | Hessen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 288,850 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Frankfurt am Main and Wiesbaden is at 50.09° N, 8.46° E.
The nearest town is Kriftel, Main-Taunus-Kreis, Hessen — about 16 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Frankfurt am Main from Wiesbaden?
By car it is 38 km, with a driving time of about 30 min. The straight-line distance between Frankfurt am Main and Wiesbaden is 32 kilometres (20 miles or 17 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Frankfurt am Main to Wiesbaden?
The driving distance is 38 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 30 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Wiesbaden from Frankfurt am Main?
Wiesbaden lies to the W (262°) as seen from Frankfurt am Main.
How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Wiesbaden?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 32 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Frankfurt am Main to Wiesbaden cost?
Over 38 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Frankfurt am Main to Wiesbaden would cost roughly 84–109 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Frankfurt am Main
Distances from Wiesbaden
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Wiesbaden → Mainz | 16 km |
| Wiesbaden → Rüdesheim am Rhein | 29 km |
| Wiesbaden → Offenbach | 46 km |
| Wiesbaden → Darmstadt | 48 km |
| Wiesbaden → Bacharach | 50 km |
| Wiesbaden → Oberwesel | 56 km |
| Wiesbaden → Sankt Goar | 78 km |
| Wiesbaden → Ludwigshafen | 92 km |
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