Bus from Cologne to Mannheim: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Mannheim on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6CheapestFastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    ZOBNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6No tags
    FlixbusBus
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6No tags
    FlixbusBus
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:17 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Mannheim

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mannheim. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    14carpool per day
    2h 20mAverage Duration
    194 kmDistance
    8kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$25 - $227Average Duration16h 35m
    5kg CO₂e
    Average Price$28 - $300Average Duration2h 2m
    5kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average Price$21 - $45Average Duration2h 20m
    8kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Mannheim by bus

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

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Mannheim?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Mannheim start from $25. The average price for this route is around $98. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Mannheim?

      The average bus travel time from Cologne to Mannheim is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 184 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Mannheim route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Mannheim?

      The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Mannheim at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Mannheim?

      A bus trip from Cologne to Mannheim generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Cologne to Mannheim?

      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 11143 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Mannheim?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Mannheim?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Mannheim?

      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
    11-28
    $154
    11-29
    $145
    Today
    $132
    12-01
    $22
    12-02
    No data
    12-03
    $20
    12-04
    $128
    12-05
    $106
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Mannheim was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $20

    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 $20 to $154 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 $20 which is on 2025-12-03.

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