Find coaches from Essen to Mannheim

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Next departures from Essen to Mannheim on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Essen
    		ZOBCheapestFastest
    BlaBlaCar Bus
      		Essen
      		ZOBNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen 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 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      9carpool per day
      3h 10mAverage duration
      242 kmDistance
      10kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceUS$67 - US$200Average duration19h
      6kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceUS$64 - US$160Average duration3h 21m
      6kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average priceUS$29 - US$35Average duration3h 10m
      10kg CO₂e

      Bus Essen to Mannheim: Trip Overview

      Average ticket priceUS$80
      Average bus trip duration19h
      Number of daily buses1
      Earliest bus departure09:55
      Distance242 km
      Latest bus departure21:00

      Essen to Mannheim Bus

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      Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Mannheim

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

        The bus ticket price from Essen to Mannheim starts at US$67. The best way to find cheap bus 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 bus ride from Essen to Mannheim?

        The average travel time between Essen and Mannheim is around 19h, although the fastest bus will take about 17h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 241 km that separates the two cities.

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

        The number of buses from Essen to Mannheim can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Mannheim by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

      4. Which bus companies travel from Essen to Mannheim?

        When taking the bus from Essen to Mannheim, you can travel comfortably and safely with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

      5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Mannheim?

        Buses travelling between Essen and Mannheim leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at ZOB, Mannheim Hauptbahnhof, Uhlandstraße 7.

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

      Best price found
      30/10
      US$137
      31/10
      US$149
      Today
      US$125
      02/11
      US$113
      03/11
      US$95
      04/11
      No data
      05/11
      No data
      06/11
      US$89
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Mannheim was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$89

      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$89 to US$149 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$89, which is on 2025-11-06.

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      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.

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      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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