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TodayMar 28
from $34
TomorrowMar 29
from $28
SatMar 30
from $23
SunMar 31
from $28
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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

6:40PM
2h45m
9:25PM
Cologne - Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
CheapestFastest
Mannheim - Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6
Cheapest
Fastest
10:20PM
3h40m
2:00AM
Cologne - Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
2nd Cheapest
Mannheim - Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6
2nd Cheapest
11:00PM
16h35m
3:35PM
Cologne - CGN Airport
Mannheim - ZOB
Bus Cologne to Mannheim: Trip Overview

Bus Cologne to Mannheim: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$61
Average bus trip duration16h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure2:15 AM
Distance114 miles (183 km)
Latest bus departure11:00 PM

Cologne to Mannheim Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:15AM - 11:00PM
Minimum Price$14
Average Ticket Price$61
Minimum Trip Duration2h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration16h35m
Distance114 miles (183 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, BlaBlaBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Mannheim

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are convenient and sustainable ways to travel to Mannheim. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from Cologne to Mannheim takes about 16h 35m on average, although the fastest bus will take 2h 45m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 120 miles (194 km) that separate the two cities.

Cologne and Mannheim are 120 miles (194 km) apart.

On average, there are 2 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus and BlaBlaBus. The number of buses from Cologne to Mannheim can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Cologne to Mannheim by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 2:15 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:00 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Mannheim from Cologne, chances are that your bus will depart from Cologne Airport and arrive at ZOB. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $14.

The bus ticket costs $61 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $14 to $108, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Cologne to Mannheim. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 5h 30m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Mannheim before returning to Cologne in the evening.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/26
No data
03/27
No data
Today
$202
03/29
$90
03/30
$90
03/31
$21
04/01
$85
04/02
$68
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Mannheim was searched and found on Mar 31, 2024 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $202 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Mannheim based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2024-03-31.

Usually Comuto Pro (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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cologne to Mannheim but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Mannheim, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cologne to Mannheim that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cologne to Mannheim while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Mannheim to Cologne

You can also go to Mannheim by train

Train from Cologne to Mannheim

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