1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
38 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
43 m
Trains on 17 Sept
14
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Mannheim will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 14 trains from Mainz to Mannheim, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 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 2040
IC 2348
ICE 711
4475 · S6
S5
ICE 711
IC 2040
IC 2348
4493
4491Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 56 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Mainz to Mannheim:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Mannheim costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:
Coach takes on average 59m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (54m by train vs 57m by car). Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Mannheim trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
29697 · S6 | 6:13 Mainz Hbf | 1h02 | 7:15 Mannheim Hbf | 1 change | |
4751 | 6:47 Mainz Hbf | 0h50 | 7:37 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S6 | 6:56 Mainz Hbf | 1h17 | 8:13 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 711 | On time 7:46 Mainz Hbf | 0h38 | 8:24 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S6 | 7:52 Mainz Hbf | 1h23 | 9:15 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4473 · S6 | 8:13 Mainz Hbf | 1h02 | 9:15 Mannheim Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2348 | On time 8:42 Mainz Hbf | 0h39 | 9:21 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4491 | 9:13 Mainz Hbf | 0h50 | 10:03 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S5 | 9:22 Mainz Hbf | 1h20 | 10:42 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 25 · ICE 915 | On time 9:42 Mainz Hbf | 1h11 | 10:53 Mannheim Hbf | 1 change | |
S6 | 9:52 Mainz Hbf | 1h23 | 11:15 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4475 · S6 | 10:13 Mainz Hbf | 1h02 | 11:15 Mannheim Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2040 | On time 10:42 Mainz Hbf | 0h39 | 11:21 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4493 | 11:17 Mainz Hbf | 0h50 | 12:07 Mannheim Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Mainz to Mannheim run on average 9 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 39m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Mannheim trains use the Mainz Hbf to Mannheim Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mannheim-Rheinau. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Mannheim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz 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: Mangal, Asia Wok, Bistrorante Midi, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Hbf. ATMs are available at Mainz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Hbf. Information desks are available at Mainz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Advena Europa Hotel, GuestHouse Mainz, Terminus, Hotel Moguntia.
Mainz Römisches Theater is 1 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Römisches Theater 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: McDonald's, Cafe Extrablatt, Hans im Glück, The Big Easy
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. ATMs are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Information desks are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Regency Mainz, Favorite Parkhotel, Ibis Hotel Mainz City, Hof Ehrenfels.
Mainz-Laubenheim is 3 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz-Laubenheim 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: Zum Laubenheimer Ried - Da Giovanni, Mainzer Hof, Pizza Roma, Bäckerei Werner
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz-Laubenheim. ATMs are available at Mainz-Laubenheim.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz-Laubenheim. Information desks are available at Mainz-Laubenheim.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz-Laubenheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz-Laubenheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz-Laubenheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz-Laubenheim.
Nearby hotels include Goldene Ente.
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-Rheinau is 9 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Imbiss-Pizzeria Da Gianni, Bokeria, Pizzeria Napoli, Gasthaus zum Seeblick
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Rheinau. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Rheinau.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Rheinau. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Rheinau.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Rheinau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Rheinau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Rheinau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Rheinau.
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