- Must visit
Kunsthalle Mannheim
Major modern and contemporary art museum known for its landmark architecture and strong collection from the 19th century to today.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Delft to Mannheim
Showing times and prices for May 29
Cheapest price
$216
Average price
$233
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
402 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Delft to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Delft to Mannheim will cost around $233 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $216.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Delft to Mannheim without transferring at least 2 times.
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6:36 AM5h50Delft12:26 PMMannheim$2161One-way3 transfers- 8:40 AM5h46Delft2:26 PMMannheim$2161One-way3 transfers
- 9:40 AM6h46Delft4:26 PMMannheim$2161One-way3 transfers
- 11:40 AM6h46Delft6:26 PMMannheim$2161One-way3 transfers
- 1:40 PM6h46Delft8:26 PMMannheim$2161One-way3 transfers
- 7:08 AM5h45Delft12:53 PMMannheim$2941One-way2 transfers
- 8:40 AM5h46Delft2:26 PMMannheim$2161One-way3 transfers
- 4:40 PM5h46Delft10:26 PMMannheim$2161One-way3 transfers
- 6:36 AM5h50Delft12:26 PMMannheim$2161One-way3 transfers
- 9:40 AM6h46Delft4:26 PMMannheim$2161One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Delft to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Delft to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $168.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $268 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 36m Average total duration 12h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Delft to Mannheim is a bus with an average price of $67 (€54).
This is compared to other travel options from Delft to Mannheim:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Delft to Mannheim costing on average $103 (€83).
A bus is $201 (€162) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Delft to Mannheim costing on average $268 (€216).
The fastest way to travel from Delft to Mannheim is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 8m.
Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 2m.
Bus takes on average 12h 6m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Delft and Mannheim including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Delft to Mannheim among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around $103 (€83) compared to roughly $112 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€7). The journey takes 5h 2m versus 5h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Delft to Mannheim train times
The table below shows live departures for Delft to Mannheim trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:36 AM Delft | 5h50 | 12:26 PM Mannheim | 3 transfers | |
| 7:08 AM Delft | 5h45 | 12:53 PM Mannheim | 2 transfers | |
| 8:40 AM Delft | 5h46 | 2:26 PM Mannheim | 3 transfers | |
| 9:40 AM Delft | 6h46 | 4:26 PM Mannheim | 3 transfers | |
| 11:40 AM Delft | 6h46 | 6:26 PM Mannheim | 3 transfers | |
| 1:40 PM Delft | 6h46 | 8:26 PM Mannheim | 3 transfers | |
| 4:40 PM Delft | 5h46 | 10:26 PM Mannheim | 3 transfers | |
| 7:40 PM Delft | 14h46 | 10:26 AM Mannheim | 3 transfers | |
| 9:08 PM Delft | 15h45 | 12:53 PM Mannheim | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Delft to Mannheim
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Delft to Mannheim run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:52, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 5h 52m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 1:52 AM |
Last train 10:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Delft to Mannheim trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Delft and Mannheim from $49 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 52m
Cheapest Price
$49 (€40)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 39m
Cheapest Price
$216 (€174)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
7 a day
Complete guide to Mannheim
Things to do in Mannheim
Discover the best of Mannheim — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mannheim trip today.
- Must visit
Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen
Museum complex covering archaeology, world cultures, photography, and regional history across several historic buildings in central Mannheim.
- Must visit
Technoseum
Large technology and labor museum in southwest Germany with interactive exhibitions on industrial history, science, and innovation.
- Must visit
Luisenpark
Mannheim’s best-known park with lakes, gardens, walking paths, and family attractions; a favorite for relaxed city breaks.
- Recommended
Planken
The city’s main shopping boulevard, useful for experiencing daily urban life and the geometric layout of Mannheim’s grid center.
- Recommended
Paradeplatz
Central square in the Quadrat city center, lively and convenient for exploring Mannheim’s distinctive block-based urban design.
- Gluten-free
Saumagen
A Palatinate specialty of seasoned pork, potatoes, and spices stuffed into a pig stomach casing and sliced or roasted. It is strongly associated with the Mannheim and Rhine-Neckar region.
Pfälzer Leberknödel
Traditional liver dumplings from nearby Palatinate, usually served in broth or with sauerkraut and bread. A hearty regional comfort food common around Mannheim.
- Gluten-free
Bratwurst Mit Sauerkraut
Grilled sausage served with fermented cabbage, a classic tavern dish in southwestern Germany and widely eaten in Mannheim beer halls and traditional inns.
Dobler's Restaurant
An established fine dining restaurant known for refined seasonal cuisine, elegant service, and a polished atmosphere in Mannheim.
Die Küche Jungbusch
A popular modern restaurant in the Jungbusch district, appreciated for creative dishes, quality ingredients, and a relaxed contemporary atmosphere.
Brauhaus zum Ritter
A well-known traditional brewery-style venue serving German classics, beer, and hearty regional dishes in a lively, casual setting.
Euro
Moderate by German standards. Supermarkets and casual dining are affordable, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for döner, bakery food, or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- EUR 18-35 per person at a casual restaurant.
- Fine dining
- EUR 60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 3-5 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Service is often included, but small tips are customary. In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10%. Round up for taxis. Little or no tip is fine for cafés and takeaway.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- EUR 3.40
- Day pass
- EUR 7.80
To the city center
Mannheim Hbf -> Mannheim Paradeplatz
- Distance
- 1.7 km
- Travel time
- 7 min
- You can buy tickets in the myVRN app, at ticket machines, or from sales points before travel.
- Card payment is commonly available at ticket machines, but not always on board buses and trams, so buy tickets in advance when possible.
FAQs: Trains from Delft to Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Delft to Mannheim 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 Mannheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Delft to Mannheim can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $49 (€40), while the average price is around $103 (€83).
The train from Delft to Mannheim takes 5h 52m and runs 5 per day.
The distance by train from Delft to Mannheim is 249 miles (402 km).
The first train from Delft to Mannheim leaves at 1:52 AM.
The last train from Delft to Mannheim leaves at 10:47 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Delft to Mannheim.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Delft to Mannheim.
The train station in Delft that goes to Mannheim is Delft station, which connects to Mannheim Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Delft to Mannheim is by train, with a cost of around $49 (€40).
The train journey from Delft to Mannheim offers diverse scenery, including picturesque Dutch landscapes, charming countryside views, and glimpses of historic towns as you travel through the Netherlands and into Germany.
A day trip from Delft to Mannheim is not feasible as the travel time is 5h 52m. However, there are 9 trips per day for trains covering the distance of 249 miles (402 km).
In Mannheim, you can visit the bustling squares like Paradeplatz for shopping and dining, explore the nightlife in the Jungbusch district with its bars and live music venues, and take scenic walks along the Rhine River promenade. Cultural experiences include performances at the National Theatre Mannheim and river cruises on the Neckar River. Don't miss sights such as the Mannheim Palace, Luisenpark, Kunsthalle Mannheim, the iconic Wasserturm, and the Jesuit Church.
For a fulfilling experience in Mannheim, two to three days are typically sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Baroque palace, Luisenpark, and the Kunsthalle art museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Delft to Mannheim.
Since both Delft and Mannheim are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Mannheim include Frankfurt am Main, Stuttgart, Strasbourg, Saarbrücken, Freiburg im Breisgau.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Delft to Mannheim among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Mannheim, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport hubs and popular tourist spots. Scams involving overcharging in taxis or at markets have also been reported. It’s advisable to use official transportation services and keep personal belongings secure to avoid common safety issues.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Delft to Mannheim
Delft
Mannheim
The major train station for departures in Delft is Delft. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Delft for your trip from Delft to Mannheim.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- 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 Westvest 1.
Dining
- Restaurant Het Konings Huys
- Spijshuis de Dis
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €0.70
Hotel
- Hotel Leeuwenbrug
- Hotel Johannes Vermeer Delft
- Best Western Museumhotels Delft
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 8,700 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Rotterdam and The Hague
Public transit options for Delft
- Tram: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Mannheim is Mannheim Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mannheim Hbf for your journey to Mannheim from Delft.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten
- Corner
- Liman Döner
- Kaschmir-Tandoori
Hotel
- Central
- Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center
- InterCityHotel Mannheim
- City Hotel
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