Mainz to Wiesbaden distance
The distance from Mainz (Germany) to Wiesbaden (Germany) is 16 km by road, with a driving time of about 17 min. The straight-line distance is 9 km (5 miles); Wiesbaden lies to the N of Mainz.
Reverse direction: Wiesbaden to Mainz distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 9 km | 31 min |
| Car (road) | 16 km | 17 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Mainz to Wiesbaden would cost roughly 40–49 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 16 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.
Mainz
Mainz is located in Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 49° 59′ 34.30″ N, 8° 14′ 50.11″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 49.99 |
| Longitude | 8.25 |
| Region | Rheinland-Pfalz |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 224,684 |
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 Mainz and Wiesbaden is at 50.03° N, 8.25° E.
The nearest town is Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz — about 4 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Mainz from Wiesbaden?
By car it is 16 km, with a driving time of about 17 min. The straight-line distance between Mainz and Wiesbaden is 9 kilometres (5 miles or 5 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Mainz to Wiesbaden?
The driving distance is 16 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 17 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Wiesbaden from Mainz?
Wiesbaden lies to the N (359°) as seen from Mainz.
How long is a flight from Mainz to Wiesbaden?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 31 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Mainz to Wiesbaden cost?
Over 16 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Mainz to Wiesbaden would cost roughly 40–49 € 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 Mainz
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Mainz → Rüdesheim am Rhein | 37 km |
| Mainz → Darmstadt | 41 km |
| Mainz → Frankfurt am Main | 44 km |
| Mainz → Bacharach | 45 km |
| Mainz → Offenbach | 50 km |
| Mainz → Oberwesel | 52 km |
| Mainz → Sankt Goar | 74 km |
| Mainz → Ludwigshafen | 80 km |
Distances from Wiesbaden
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Wiesbaden → Rüdesheim am Rhein | 29 km |
| Wiesbaden → Frankfurt am Main | 38 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 |