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Compare train and bus for Mainz to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 56 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Mainz to Mannheim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Mannheim buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 PM Mainz | 1h10 | 2:40 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Mainz to Mannheim
Buses from Mainz to Mannheim run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 56 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 56 km |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 04:55 |
Last bus 19:45 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Mainz to MannheimYou can travel by bus between Mainz to Mannheim with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Mainz to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz 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 Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz), which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 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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