The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Mannheim
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
482 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Mannheim will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 21 buses that leave Berlin for Mannheim on Tue, May 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct buses cover the 482 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.
FlixBus8:40 PM9h20Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)6:00 AMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 PM9h00Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz6:00 AMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:00 PM9h40Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)10:40 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:30 PM10h10Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz10:40 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)€361One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM6h40Berlin5:40 PMMannheim€381One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM6h40Berlin5:40 PMMannheim€381One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 PM9h00Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz6:00 AMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 PM9h20Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)6:00 AMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:00 PM9h40Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)10:40 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus2:20 AM9h45Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)12:05 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)€411One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €76.
Distance: 482 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€48 Average price Cheapest | €103 Average price | €157 Average price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Mannheim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Mannheim buses for today, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 11h40 | 7:40 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 12:22 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 11h33 | 11:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 10h10 | 10:40 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 12:40 PM Berlin Hbf | 11h15 | 11:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 12:49 PM Berlin Spandau | 11h06 | 11:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h40 | 10:40 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 11h15 | 1:05 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:28 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 11h27 | 3:55 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 11h16 | 3:55 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:50 PM Berlin Spandau | 11h05 | 3:55 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 12h45 | 6:00 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 11h35 | 6:45 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h20 | 6:00 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 9h00 | 6:00 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 12 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 10h05 | 12:05 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h45 | 12:05 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 12h20 | 7:40 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Mannheim
Buses from Berlin to Mannheim run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €20 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 482 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 482 km |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 12:04 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to MannheimYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Mannheim with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Berlin to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Mannheim
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
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