- Must visit
National Museum
Prague’s principal museum on Wenceslas Square, known for its grand Neo-Renaissance building and broad natural history, history, and culture collections.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mannheim to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Prague will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 8 buses that leave Mannheim for Prague on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 431 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. 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 $31, and a flight costs an average of $153.
Distance: 267 miles (431 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price | $220 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mannheim to Prague:
A bus is $65 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Prague costing on average $116 (€95).
A bus is $169 (€138) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim to Prague costing on average $220 (€180).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 23m.
Train takes on average 9h 12m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $112 (€92) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $61 (€50). The journey takes 6h 23m versus 5h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Prague buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 9h35 | 6:55 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:25 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 6h40 | 10:05 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 7h10 | 10:35 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 7h45 | 1:05 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 7h25 | 12:45 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 7h20 | 11:10 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 7h05 | 10:55 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 8h35 | 12:25 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Mannheim to Prague run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 267 miles (431 km) distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 267 miles (431 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 2:55 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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The route Mannheim - Prague is served daily on day and night trips. The direct connections are practical, thanks to which travelers can reach Prague after just 6.45 to 8 hours.
If you want to travel by bus from Mannheim to Prague, you can travel by FlixBus, RegioJet, Eurolines or the IC Bus of the Deutsche Bahn.
Most connections are direct connections with a journey time of 6 hours 27 minutes to 8 hours. The travel time for connections with a change in Munich or Frankfurt is about 8 hours to 11 hours. In addition, there are connections with two changes in Stuttgart or Frankfurt and Nuremberg and a travel time from 7 hours to 8 hours 18 minutes.
There are about 20 to 25 connections daily, depending on the day of the week. There are connections around the at least every two to four hours. In the morning, the cycle is much tighter with often one to four departures per hour.
At which bus station does the long-distance bus start in Mannheim? The bus from Mannheim to Prague starts at ZOB Mannheim directly at Mannheim main station. The city center can be reached by tram in 0.5 hours.
At which bus station does the long-distance bus arrive in Prague? Distance buses end at ÚAN Florenc bus station, which is one metro station away from Praha hlavní nádraí, the main train station. Buses also end directly at the main station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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