The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 3 trains that leave Essen Hbf for Mannheim Hbf on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€57 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €105 Average price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf trains for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 PM Essen Hbf | 3h02 | 12:02 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Essen Hbf | 3h21 | 9:21 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 02:30 |
Last train 19:00 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen Hbf and Mannheim Hbf from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Trains from Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen Hbf to Mannheim Hbf
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
- 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
- Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten
- Corner
- Liman Döner
- Kaschmir-Tandoori
- Central
- Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center
- InterCityHotel Mannheim
- City Hotel
