- Must visit
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
$14
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h
Buses per day
13
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Mannheim will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 13 buses that leave Stuttgart Airport for Mannheim on Fri, Jul 17, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart Airport to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart Airport to Mannheim:
A bus is $42 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart Airport to Mannheim costing on average $54 (€44).
Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 54m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€10). The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 43m 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, Trans Turist.
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 12:40AM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart Airport to Mannheim buses for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 AM Stuttgart Airport | 2h15 | 11:15 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Stuttgart Airport | 2h00 | 11:30 AM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Stuttgart Airport | 2h00 | 8:15 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Stuttgart Airport | 2h20 | 11:50 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:40 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h55 | 2:35 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h55 | 7:35 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 2h20 | 9:40 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 2h20 | 11:05 AM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 2h30 | 12:10 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 2h15 | 12:15 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 2h00 | 12:30 PM Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Stuttgart Airport to Mannheim run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 5:20 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
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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 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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Mannheim ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) -> Mannheim Paradeplatz
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