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| Train | Mannheim Train station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Fastest | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Mannheim to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Mannheim and Cologne?
Mannheim
- AWilly-Brandt-Platz 17, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
- BHeinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mannheim to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Mannheim to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Mannheim to Cologne start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Mannheim to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Mannheim to Cologne is 1h 32m, covering a distance of 121 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Mannheim to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, TGV inOui, Deutsche Bahn - SNCF.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mannheim to Cologne?
The earliest train from Mannheim to Cologne departs at 06:34. And the latest train departs at 21:07.
Which is the best train operator from Mannheim to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Mannheim to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Mannheim to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Mannheim to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mannheim to Cologne was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mannheim to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £143 for a train ticket from Mannheim to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2026-01-29.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.
