The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Mannheim
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
482 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Mannheim will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 13 buses that leave Berlin for Mannheim on Mon, Dec 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 482 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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.

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Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 €25, and a flight costs an average of €76.
Distance: 299 miles (482 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€52 Average price Cheapest | €87 Average price | €164 Average price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m 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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Berlin to Mannheim Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:22PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 11h33 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:38PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 11h17 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:48PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 11h07 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:32PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 11h28 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:46PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 11h14 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Live departures
Berlin to Mannheim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Mannheim buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:05 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 9h30 | 8:35 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:22 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 11h33 | 10:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h00 | 8:35 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 11h17 | 10:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:48 AM Berlin Spandau | 11h07 | 10:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 11h28 | 3:00 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:46 PM Berlin Spandau | 11h14 | 3:00 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 11h45 | 5:45 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 11h25 | 5:45 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 11h05 | 7:25 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 10h25 | 7:25 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 10h05 | 11:05 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h45 | 11:05 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 12h20 | 8:00 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Mannheim
Buses from Berlin to Mannheim run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 299 miles (482 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 299 miles (482 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to MannheimYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Mannheim with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Berlin to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Mannheim by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mannheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around 6.6 miles (10.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße), located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Mannheim Palace, a grand Baroque palace and one of the largest in Europe, housing the University of Mannheim
- Luisenpark, a vast urban park featuring botanical gardens, a Chinese tea house, and a butterfly house
- Kunsthalle Mannheim, an art museum known for its modern and contemporary art collections
- Wasserturm, a historic water tower and iconic landmark surrounded by beautiful gardens
- Jesuit Church, a stunning example of Baroque architecture with impressive interior design.
- Visit the bustling squares of Mannheim, such as Paradeplatz, for shopping and dining
- Explore the vibrant nightlife in the Jungbusch district, known for its bars and live music venues
- Take a scenic walk along the Rhine River promenade
- Attend a performance at the National Theatre Mannheim, offering opera, ballet, and drama
- Enjoy a river cruise on the Neckar River for picturesque views of the city.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Berlin to Mannheim, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Mannheim
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Vapiano (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
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