Trains tickets from Essen to Mannheim

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Next departures to Mannheim

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Mannheim
    Destination location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Mannheim
    Destination location: Mannheim Train station
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Mannheim
    Destination location: Mannheim Train station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Mannheim
    Destination location: Mannheim Train station
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Mannheim
    Destination location: Mannheim Train station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Mannheim

Average PriceUS$21 - US$213Average Duration19h
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$35 - US$137Average Duration2h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$19 - US$34Average Duration3h 10m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Mannheim

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Mannheim. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day
3h 10mAverage Duration
US$19Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Mannheim: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$84
Average train trip duration2h 30m
Number of daily trains13.666666666666666
Earliest train departure6:00am
Distance242 km
Latest train departure9:00pm

Essen to Mannheim Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Mannheim

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Mannheim cost?

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Mannheim is US$84. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Mannheim is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Essen to Mannheim?

    A train trip between Essen and Mannheim is around 2h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 241 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Essen and Mannheim?

    The number of trains from Essen to Mannheim can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13.666666666666666. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Mannheim by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Essen to Mannheim?

    When taking the train from Essen to Mannheim, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Mannheim?

    Trains travelling between Essen and Mannheim leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Mannheim Hauptbahnhof, ZOB.

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Mannheim is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Mannheim.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Mannheim, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Mannheim, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Essen to Mannheim, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

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