Find coaches from Essen to Mannheim

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Next departures from Essen to Mannheim on 2 October
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Essen
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Mannheim

Bus
Average priceUS$26 - US$137Average duration18h 35m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$20 - US$160Average duration3h 21m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average priceUS$23 - US$35Average duration3h 10m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
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$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day
3h 10mAverage duration
US$23Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Mannheim: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$73
Average bus trip duration18h 35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure06:15
Distance151 miles
Latest bus departure21:00

Essen to Mannheim Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Mannheim

  1. How far is Mannheim from Essen by coach?

    The distance between Essen and Mannheim by coach is approximately 149 miles (241 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Essen to Mannheim without a car?

    The best way to go from Essen to Mannheim without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/09
US$96
29/09
US$97
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01/10
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02/10
US$193
03/10
US$97
04/10
US$135
05/10
US$97
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Mannheim was searched and found on 28 Sept 2025 with a price of US$96

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

You can expect to pay from US$96 to US$193 for a bus ticket from Essen to Mannheim based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$97, which is on 2025-10-05.

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 Essen to Mannheim but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Essen to Mannheim, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Essen to Mannheim will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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!

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