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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Mannheim
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Mannheim will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 13 buses that leave Cologne for Mannheim on Sat, Feb 14, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct buses cover the 193 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Sat, Feb 14 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, bus, and flight for Cologne to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. 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 €12, and a flight costs an average of €885.
Distance: 193 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price | €885 Average price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Mannheim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Mannheim buses for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 9:45 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h55 | 1:40 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 50429 · 30484 | 10:55 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 17h00 | 3:55 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h05 | 3:40 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h10 | 5:45 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h00 | 8:35 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h40 | 1:00 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, February 14 | |||||
| FlixBus | 3:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h35 | 7:25 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 4h15 | 11:30 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Mannheim
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Buses from Cologne to Mannheim run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 193 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to MannheimYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Mannheim with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Mannheim
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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