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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Mannheim to Cologne
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mannheim to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Cologne will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 14 buses that leave Mannheim for Cologne on Fri, Mar 06, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 06 the direct buses cover the 193 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Fri, Mar 06 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 and bus for Mannheim to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Cologne 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 bus which can get you there in 2h 28m. 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 train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 193 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mannheim to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Cologne buses for today, Thursday, March 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 5h05 | 8:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 5h35 | 1:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 4h10 | 2:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
 30481 · 50428 | 11:15 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 17h25 | 4:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 3h45 | 3:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 3h35 | 7:25 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 3h15 | 12:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 3h20 | 2:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 30485 · 50448 | 12:30 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 16h55 | 5:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 2h45 | 3:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:30 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 4h10 | 6:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Mannheim to Cologne
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Buses from Mannheim to Cologne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. 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 2h 45m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Mannheim to CologneYou can travel by bus between Mannheim to Cologne 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 Mannheim to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Cologne 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 Cologne, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Mannheim to Cologne
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Parking
ATM
Accessibility
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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- 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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