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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Basel to Mannheim
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Basel to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Mannheim will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 12 buses that leave Basel for Mannheim on Mon, Nov 17, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct buses cover the 226 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 226 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Mannheim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Mannheim buses for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1:30 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 4h15 | 5:45 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 4h20 | 9:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 17 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:05 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 3h40 | 3:45 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:55 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 3h50 | 5:45 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 4h15 | 6:20 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 4h25 | 8:15 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Mannheim
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Buses from Basel to Mannheim run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 226 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 226 km |
Average bus duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Basel to MannheimYou can travel by bus between Basel to Mannheim with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Basel to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Mannheim by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mannheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße), located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Basel to Mannheim
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
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