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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Hbf | Mannheim Train station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Mannheim Train station | Fastest | ||||
S-Bahn + InterCity | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Neu-Edingen/Friedrichsfeld | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn + EuroCity Train | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Mannheim Handelshafen | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Mannheim
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.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Mannheim?
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
Mannheim
- AWilly-Brandt-Platz 17, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
- BHeinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Mannheim by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Mannheim?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Mannheim start at $28. The average price for this train route is around $96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Mannheim?
The average train trip from Cologne to Mannheim takes 2h 2m and covers 203 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 23m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Mannheim route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 131 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Eurostar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Mannheim?
The earliest train from Cologne to Mannheim departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 10:04pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Mannheim?
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 Cologne to Mannheim?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Mannheim?
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 Cologne to Mannheim?
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 Cologne to Mannheim was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Mannheim, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $193 for a train ticket from Cologne to Mannheim based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-03.
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.
