The cheapest and fastest buses from Heidelberg to Mannheim
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€4
Fastest journey on Sep 18
20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
25 m
Buses on Sep 18
2
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 €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 buses from Heidelberg to Mannheim, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 18 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Fri, Sep 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.
9:30 AM0h30Heidelberg10:00 AMMannheim€41One-way0 transfers
6:30 PM0h20Heidelberg6:50 PMMannheim€41One-way0 transfers
6:30 PM0h20Heidelberg6:50 PMMannheim€41One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM0h30Heidelberg10:00 AMMannheim€41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Heidelberg to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 18 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€6 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price | €4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Mannheim:
A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Mannheim costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
Live departures
Heidelberg to Mannheim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Mannheim buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Heidelberg | 0h30 | 7:30 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 AM Heidelberg | 0h10 | 8:00 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Heidelberg | 0h30 | 3:10 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Heidelberg | 0h10 | 4:30 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Heidelberg | 0h20 | 8:00 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Heidelberg to Mannheim by train or bus
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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 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:41, the last at 22:41. The fastest bus covers the 18 km distance in 19m.
Distance 18 km |
Average bus duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 19m |
First bus 12:41 AM |
Last bus 10:41 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Heidelberg to MannheimYou can travel by bus between Heidelberg to Mannheim with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €6. 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.

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- 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.
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