The cheapest and fastest buses from Heidelberg to Mannheim
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Heidelberg to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Mannheim will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Heidelberg for Mannheim on Thu, Dec 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct buses cover the 18 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest buses will take 30 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Heidelberg to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 18 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
56m Average total duration 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Heidelberg to Mannheim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Mannheim buses for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 AM Heidelberg | 0h20 | 11:20 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Heidelberg | 0h20 | 1:20 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Heidelberg | 0h10 | 3:10 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:20 PM Heidelberg | 0h30 | 5:50 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 PM Heidelberg | 0h20 | 8:30 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Heidelberg | 0h30 | 7:20 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Heidelberg | 0h10 | 7:30 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heidelberg to Mannheim
Buses from Heidelberg to Mannheim run on average 4 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:06, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 18 km distance in 20m.
Distance 18 km |
Average bus duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 20m |
First bus 08:06 |
Last bus 21:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Heidelberg to MannheimYou can travel by bus between Heidelberg to Mannheim with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Heidelberg to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 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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