The cheapest and fastest trains from Mannheim to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Rotterdam will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 4 trains that leave Mannheim for Rotterdam every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 26 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 coach for Mannheim to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 41m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 390 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£81 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mannheim to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Rotterdam trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 202 · 22616 · IC 3548 · IC 1146 | On time 08:35 Mannheim Hbf | 5h10 | 13:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ICE 612 · ICE 126 · IC 2848 | On time 09:36 Mannheim Hbf | 5h04 | 14:40 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
![]() | 04:03 Mannheim | 6h42 | 10:45 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:36 Mannheim | 5h04 | 11:40 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:39 Mannheim | 6h06 | 12:45 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:44 Mannheim | 7h26 | 14:10 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mannheim to Rotterdam
Trains from Mannheim to Rotterdam run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 390 km distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 390 km |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Mannheim to Rotterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Mannheim and Rotterdam from £10. 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.
FAQs: Mannheim to Rotterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mannheim and Rotterdam
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Blaak 1.
- Restaurant Fitzgerald
- Markthal Rotterdam
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak
- citizenM Rotterdam
- Ibis Rotterdam City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: access to tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C
- Tram: Line 21, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- 100 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Annie M.G. Schmidtplein.
- Restaurant De Hef
- Restaurant Fenix Food Factory
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid
- Art Hotel Rotterdam
- Hotel New York
- Located in the main hall
- 604 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for local and regional trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line D
- Bus: Lines 66, 77
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