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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Mannheim
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Heidelberg for Mannheim on Mon, Dec 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 13 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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€15 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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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 train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Mannheim trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:24 AM Heidelberg | 0h13 | 6:37 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:25 AM Heidelberg | 0h12 | 6:37 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:26 AM Heidelberg | 0h11 | 6:37 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:27 AM Heidelberg | 0h12 | 6:39 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:25 AM Heidelberg | 0h12 | 10:37 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:43 AM Heidelberg | 0h12 | 1:55 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Mannheim
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Trains from Heidelberg to Mannheim run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 10m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Süwex, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG) from Heidelberg to Mannheim trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Süwex, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG) trains will get you between Heidelberg and Mannheim from €5. 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.
FlixTrain
Süwex
Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG)
FAQs: Trains from Heidelberg to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg 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.
When departing from Heidelberg, you have various train station options to start your route from including Heidelberg Hbf, Heidelberg-Altstadt station and Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. When arriving in Mannheim, you can end your trip in train stations like Mannheim Hbf, Mannheim ARENA/Maimarkt station and Mannheim-Waldhof station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Heidelberg Hbf, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Mannheim Hbf, located 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heidelberg to Mannheim
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Heid´s Grill
- McDonald's
- Uuuhmami
- Taj Mahal
- Leonardo Hotel
- Qube Hotel
- NH Heidelberg
- Krokodil
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Restaurant Dufke
- Stettiner Klause
- Hakim's Imbiss
- KOLBEZ Cafe
- Hotel Rose
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Kurpfalz-Café
- Cube
- Flammkuchenhof
- Arizona 50s Diner
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 20:30
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:30
- Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten
- Corner
- Liman Döner
- Kaschmir-Tandoori
- Central
- Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center
- InterCityHotel Mannheim
- City Hotel
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- Bokeria
- Pizzeria Napoli
- Gasthaus zum Seeblick
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