Next bus departures

Next departures for Mannheim to Cologne on July 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 15m	1:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	1:45pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:15am	ZOB	17h 35m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 45m	4:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	ZOB	16h 55m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	4:50am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 35m	8:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	4h 10m	7:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	4h 5m	10:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Mannheim to Cologne on July 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:15am	ZOB	16h 35m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:30pm	ZOB	16h 55m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Mannheim to Cologne on July 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:15am	ZOB	16h 35m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 45m	4:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	ZOB	16h 55m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	4:50am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 35m	8:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 20m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	4h 10m	7:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	4h 10m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Mannheim to Cologne on July 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:15am	ZOB	16h 35m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 45m	4:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	ZOB	16h 55m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	4:50am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 35m	8:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	9:45am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 15m	1:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 20m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	4h 10m	7:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Mannheim to Cologne on July 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:30pm	ZOB	16h 55m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
	Bus	12:15am	ZOB	16h 35m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest

Next departures for Mannheim to Cologne on July 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:15am	ZOB	16h 35m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:30pm	ZOB	16h 55m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Mannheim to Cologne on July 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 15m	1:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	1:45pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	12:15am	ZOB	17h 35m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 45m	4:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	ZOB	16h 55m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	4:50am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 35m	8:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	3h 20m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	4h 10m	7:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mannheim to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 377, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

74train per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

197 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 281 - ZAR 3,178	Average Duration16h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 377 - ZAR 2,928	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Mannheim and Cologne

Stops in Mannheim

A
ZOB
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
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B
Mannheim Hauptbahnhof
Willy-Brandt-Platz 17, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
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C
Uhlandstraße 7
Uhlandstraße 7, 68167 Mannheim, Germany

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/513,001 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512,081 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mannheim to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Mannheim to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mannheim to Cologne start from ZAR 281. The average price for this route is around ZAR 1,250. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Mannheim to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Mannheim to Cologne is 16h 55m, covering a distance of 185 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Mannheim to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mannheim to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Mannheim to Cologne at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mannheim to Cologne?
A bus trip from Mannheim to Cologne generates an estimated 4.60575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mannheim to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12019 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mannheim to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mannheim to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mannheim to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07-11

ZAR 305

07-12

ZAR 561

Today

ZAR 1,965

07-14

ZAR 246

07-15

ZAR 1,477

07-16

ZAR 305

07-17

ZAR 355

07-18

ZAR 1,772

The cheapest trip from Mannheim to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 14, 2026 with a price of ZAR 246

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mannheim to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 246 to ZAR 2,461 for a bus ticket from Mannheim to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 246 which is on 2026-07-14.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.