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Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen
Major museum complex for archaeology, world cultures, photography, and regional history. A top choice for breadth and high-quality exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Oct 27
$41
Average ticket price on Oct 27
$46
Fastest journey on Oct 27
9 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
10 h 26 m
Buses on Oct 27
9
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotterdam to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Mannheim will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Mannheim without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Rotterdam to Mannheim run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 242 miles (390 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 242 miles (390 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rotterdam to Mannheim.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:46AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 14h49 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Mannheim buses for today, Monday, October 26. 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 | 6:35 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 10h05 | 4:40 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 9h40 | 4:40 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 9h30 | 6:25 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 9h10 | 6:45 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
1662 · 30484 | 11:25 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 17h30 | 4:55 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 10h50 | 11:55 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 11h40 | 3:35 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 11h15 | 3:35 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 10h40 | 8:25 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 10h20 | 8:25 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 12h30 | 12:05 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 12h00 | 12:05 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 transfer | |
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Major museum complex for archaeology, world cultures, photography, and regional history. A top choice for breadth and high-quality exhibitions.
Renowned art museum with strong collections from the 19th century to contemporary work. The modern building is an attraction in itself.
Museum in the palace focused on theatre and music history. It highlights Mannheim’s influential court culture and performing arts traditions.
Elegant square around the water tower with fountains and gardens. It is Mannheim’s classic promenade and a central meeting place.
Large inner-city park with lawns, paths, and event spaces. It is ideal for relaxing between museums and major landmarks.
Historic grid center known as the Quadrate. Its unusual block system, shops, and urban energy define Mannheim’s distinctive city layout.
A Palatinate potato dish of sliced potatoes, bacon and onions baked until crisp. Common across Mannheim and the Rhine-Neckar region as hearty tavern food.
A classic from nearby Heidelberg and Mannheim: flour pancakes sliced into strips and served in strong beef broth. A comforting regional soup.
A sweet yeast pastry formed like a man, often enjoyed for St. Martin and Christmas markets in the region. A nostalgic local baked treat.
Refined modern European fine dining in a polished setting. Known for creative tasting menus and one of Mannheim's strongest gourmet reputations.
Elegant restaurant in the Jugendstil setting of the Dorint hotel. Offers classic French and regional dishes in a formal, old-world atmosphere.
Well-known market hall venue with lively communal seating, local specialties and casual drinks. Good for sampling regional food in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but not a budget destination.
Service is usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Most Rotterdam to Mannheim buses use the Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) to Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Mannheim bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Centraal (in the station), Dutch Delights (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
Available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Elevators, ramps.
Rotterdam, Zuidplein is 3 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam, Zuidplein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein.
Available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and coffee shop nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße). ATMs are located in nearby shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße).
Available at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße): Ramp access for wheelchairs is provided.
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