The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 53 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Mannheim on Sat, Jul 18, 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 31 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.
FlixTrain8:03 PM0h38Frankfurt South station8:41 PMMannheim Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain2:03 PM0h40Frankfurt South station2:43 PMMannheim Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
ICE 109310:11 AM0h44Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:55 AMMannheim Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
TGV 95604:55 PM0h41Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:36 PMMannheim Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
TGV 955212:53 PM0h45Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:38 PMMannheim Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
ICE 9138:22 AM0h31Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:53 AMMannheim Hbf€251One-way0 transfers
ICE 91510:22 AM0h31Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:53 AMMannheim Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
ICE 9192:22 PM0h31Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2:53 PMMannheim Hbf€211One-way0 transfers
ICE 10114:22 PM0h31Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:53 PMMannheim Hbf€191One-way0 transfers
ICE 10136:22 PM0h31Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:53 PMMannheim Hbf€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. 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 €4, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 70 km
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€19 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 2573 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h39 | 6:29 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 9558 | On time 5:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h45 | 6:39 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 712 · ICE 911 | On time 6:00 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h53 | 6:53 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 911 | On time 6:21 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h32 | 6:53 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4555 | 6:24 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h01 | 7:25 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 275 | On time 6:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h39 | 7:29 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 511 | On time 6:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h34 | 7:25 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 9568 | On time 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h44 | 7:37 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · 4557 | 7:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h06 | 8:21 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 571 | On time 7:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h42 | 7:57 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4557 | 7:22 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h59 | 8:21 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 591 | On time 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h40 | 8:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 101 | On time 7:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h35 | 8:26 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 151 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h41 | 8:43 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 117 | On time 8:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h41 | 8:52 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4559 | 8:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h01 | 9:21 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 913 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h31 | 8:53 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2557 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h39 | 9:29 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 513 | Delayed 6:56 AM 8:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h34 | 7:27 AM 7:27 AMMannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 9556 | On time 8:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0h45 | 9:38 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 103 | On time 9:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h35 | 10:26 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 119 | On time 10:03 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h46 | 10:49 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 915 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h31 | 10:53 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 515 | Delayed 8:57 AM 10:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h34 | 9:28 AM 9:28 AMMannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · 4565 | 11:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h21 | 12:21 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 | On time 11:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h35 | 12:26 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h37 | 12:40 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 109 | On time 3:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h35 | 4:26 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h38 | 4:41 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1011 | On time 4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h31 | 4:53 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 611 | Delayed 2:57 PM 4:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h34 | 3:28 PM 3:28 PMMannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 201 | On time 5:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h35 | 6:26 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 6:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h38 | 6:41 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h38 | 8:41 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 10:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h40 | 10:43 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim run on average 17 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 31m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, FlixTrain, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Mannheim from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV
FlixTrain
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mannheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim
Most Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Mannheim Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg Hbf. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Mannheim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Mannheim leave from?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Which Mannheim station do trains from Frankfurt am Main arrive at?
Getting to Mannheim Hbf from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim Hbf train station facilities and services
Mannheim Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
Getting to Mannheim-Waldhof from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim-Waldhof is 3 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Waldhof train station facilities and services
Mannheim-Waldhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bei Dimi, Eis Cafe Sorrento, Da Dina, Piräus II
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim-Waldhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim-Waldhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Getting to Mannheim-Rheinau from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim-Rheinau is 9 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Rheinau train station facilities and services
Mannheim-Rheinau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss-Pizzeria Da Gianni, Bokeria, Pizzeria Napoli, Gasthaus zum Seeblick
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Rheinau. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Rheinau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Rheinau. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Rheinau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Rheinau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim-Rheinau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim-Rheinau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Rheinau.
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