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Next departures from Mannheim to Essen on 19 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:03	Mannheim Train station	2h 47m	20:50	Essen Central Train Station
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:36	Mannheim Train station	2h 22m	20:58	Essen Central Train Station
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:39	Mannheim Train station	3h 19m	21:58	Essen Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:44	Mannheim Train station	4h 15m	22:59	Essen Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:21	Mannheim Train station	2h 29m	21:50	Essen Central Train Station

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just €21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28train per day

3h 14mAverage duration

244 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€24 - €122	Average duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€21 - €131	Average duration3h 14m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Mannheim and Essen?

Mannheim

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ZOB
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
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Mannheim Hauptbahnhof
Willy-Brandt-Platz 17, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
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Essen

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HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/514 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mannheim to Essen 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 Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Mannheim to Essen start from €21. The average price for this train route is around €68. 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 Essen?
The average train journey time from Mannheim to Essen is 3h 14m, covering a distance of 244 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Mannheim to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mannheim to Essen?
The earliest train from Mannheim to Essen departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 19:33.
Which is the best train operator from Mannheim to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Mannheim to Essen?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Mannheim to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Mannheim to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.