The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Mannheim
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h 33 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
482 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Mannheim will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 4 buses that leave Berlin for Mannheim every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 482 km distance in an average of 9 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 10 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.
FlixBus12:3010h10Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz22:40Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)£391One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:009h40Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)22:40Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)£391One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:409h20Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)6:00Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)£481One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:009h00Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz6:00Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)£481One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:009h00Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz6:00Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)£481One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:409h20Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)6:00Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)£481One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:009h40Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)22:40Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)£391One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:3010h10Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz22:40Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. 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 coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 482 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price | £141 Average Price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Mannheim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Mannheim coaches for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:30 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 10h10 | 22:40 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h40 | 22:40 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h20 | 6:00 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 9h00 | 6:00 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Berlin to Mannheim coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Ecolines to find the best option for your trip from Berlin to Mannheim.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Ecolines to find the best option for your trip from Berlin to Mannheim.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Berlin to Mannheim.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Mannheim
Buses from Berlin to Mannheim run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 482 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 482 km |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines from Berlin to MannheimYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Mannheim with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Berlin to Mannheim coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Mannheim by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mannheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Mannheim
Most Berlin to Mannheim buses use the Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) to Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Mannheim bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Berlin station do buses to Mannheim leave from?
Getting to Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) from Berlin city centre
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) bus station facilities and services
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz bus station facilities and services
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) from Mannheim city centre
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