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Kunsthalle Mannheim
Major art museum with European painting, sculpture and temporary exhibitions in a striking modern-and-historic complex near the Wasserturm.
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£70
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£98
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
3 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
3 h 18 m
Trains on 13 Sept
19
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Mannheim will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 19 trains from Bern to Mannheim, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 294 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.
IC 964 · ICE 108
IC 620 · ECE 4
IC 972 · ICE 104
IC 970 · ICE 278
IC 960 · ICE 200
ICE 106
IC 972 · ICE 104
IC 970 · ICE 278
ICE 106
ICE 372Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £528.
Distance: 294 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £528 Average Price | £98 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Mannheim:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Mannheim costing on average £59.
A coach is £501 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Mannheim costing on average £528.
Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 43m.
Flight takes on average 6h 57m.
The journey is about 48m faster (3h 12m by train vs 4h 0m by car) and roughly £39 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£59 vs £98). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Mannheim trains for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:04 Bern | 3h18 | 10:22 Mannheim | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:04 Bern | 3h18 | 12:22 Mannheim | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:31 Bern | 5h19 | 14:50 Mannheim | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:04 Bern | 3h18 | 13:22 Mannheim | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:04 Bern | 3h18 | 14:22 Mannheim | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Bern to Mannheim run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:37 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Mannheim — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mannheim trip today.
Major art museum with European painting, sculpture and temporary exhibitions in a striking modern-and-historic complex near the Wasserturm.
Large museum on regional history, archaeology, world cultures and photography in the former armoury. Strong choice for a broad cultural visit.
Compact museum in a historic synagogue building explaining Jewish life in Mannheim. A thoughtful visit with strong local historical context.
Grand square around the water tower with gardens, fountains and event spaces. One of the city's most recognisable and pleasant walking areas.
Historic grid-pattern city centre with numbered blocks, shops and short walking distances. Ideal for understanding Mannheim's unusual urban layout.
Large riverside park with meadows, paths and views over the Rhine. Popular with locals for walking, cycling and relaxed time outdoors.
A hearty Palatinate potato stew with vegetables and sausages or bacon, widely eaten around Mannheim for its filling, homely character.
A classic regional potato dish, similar to hash browns, pan-fried until crisp and often served with apple purée or savoury sides.
A sweet yeast pastry shaped like a wreath or plait, flavoured with butter and almonds, strongly associated with Baden festive baking.
Elegant fine dining restaurant serving modern tasting menus in a polished, contemporary setting near the city centre.
Established beer hall and restaurant offering German classics, local beers and a warm, wood-panelled setting.
Popular historic riverside venue for Baden and Palatinate dishes, with informal dining and views over the Rhine area.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transport is reasonable, and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Mannheim Hbf -> Paradeplatz, Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern 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.

Most Bern to Mannheim trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mannheim-Waldhof. Use this guide to compare Bern and Mannheim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
Mannheim-Waldhof is 3 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Bei Dimi, Eis Cafe Sorrento, Da Dina, Piräus II
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Waldhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Waldhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
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