Trains from Essen to Mannheim

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TodayApr 27
from US$21
TomorrowApr 28
from US$43
MonApr 29
from US$21
TueApr 30
WedMay 1
ThuMay 2
FriMay 3
SatMay 4

Next departures to Essen

One passenger / one way

  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Mannheim
    Destination location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6
    Operated by
    FlixTrain + FlixBus
    Vehicle: Duration:
    US$21
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Mannheim
    Destination location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6
    Operated by
    FlixTrain + FlixBus
    Vehicle: Duration:
    US$21
Train Essen to Mannheim: Trip Overview

Train Essen to Mannheim: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$21
Average train trip duration6h 22m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure12:03 PM
Distance242 km
Latest train departure6:50 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change

Essen to Mannheim Trains

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Mannheim

The average train ticket price from Essen to Mannheim is US$21. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Mannheim is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Essen and Mannheim is around 6h 22m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 241 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Essen to Mannheim can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Mannheim by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains travelling between Essen and Mannheim leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at ZOB, Mannheim Hauptbahnhof.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Mannheim is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Mannheim.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Mannheim, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Mannheim, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Essen to Mannheim, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Mannheim?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time6h 22mAvg PriceUS$21Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel time3h 30mAvg PriceUS$23Daily Departures7

The best way to travel between Essen and Mannheim is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$21 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Mannheim, choose the train, as it will take you from Essen to Mannheim in about 3h 30m —that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Mannheim to Essen

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