The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Mannheim
Cheapest price
€103
Average price
€157
Fastest journey
7 h 59 m
Average duration
8 h 4 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Mannheim will cost around €157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €103.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Mannheim without transferring at least 2 times.
EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 624 · ICE 771
EX 358 · ICE 514
rj 382 · IC 2442 · ICE 691
rj 178 · IC 2440 · ICE 599
RJ 382 · IC 2442 · ICE 691
rj 382 · IC 2442 · ICE 691
rj 178 · IC 2440 · ICE 599
RJ 382 · IC 2442 · ICE 691
RJ 178 · IC 2440 · ICE 599
EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 624 · ICE 771Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 431 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€87 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest | €164 Average price |
9h 4m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Prague to Mannheim train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Mannheim trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 178 · IC 2440 · ICE 599 | On time 7:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h59 | 3:30 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
rj 178 · IC 2440 · ICE 599 | On time 7:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h59 | 3:30 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EX 358 · ICE 514 | On time 8:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h51 | 5:26 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 358 · R 3568 · ICE 624 · ICE 771 | On time 8:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h22 | 4:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 358 · ICE 514 | 8:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h51 | 5:26 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 624 · ICE 771 | On time 8:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h22 | 4:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 3 transfers | |
rj 382 · IC 2442 · ICE 691 | On time 9:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h59 | 5:30 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 382 · IC 2442 · ICE 691 | On time 9:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h59 | 5:30 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Prague to Mannheim
Trains from Prague to Mannheim run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 431 km distance in 7h 51m.
Distance 431 km |
Average train duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 7h 51m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Prague to Mannheim trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Prague and Mannheim from €30. 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.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
FAQs: Trains from Prague to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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 Prague, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Prague hlavní nádraží, Prague-Holešovice and Praha-Kačerov. When arriving in Mannheim, you can end your route in train stations like Mannheim Hbf, Mannheim ARENA/Maimarkt station and Mannheim-Waldhof station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Prague hlavní nádraží, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 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 Prague to Mannheim
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- Knackpunkt
- Schloss am Meer
- Playa del MA
- Manufaktur Mannheimer Genusswerk
- Corniche Hotel
- Corner
- Brasserie Bernstein
- Liman Döner
- Uzun Imbiss-Bäckerei
- Best Western Hotel Mannheim City
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