The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt South station 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 Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 44 trains that leave Frankfurt South station for Mannheim Hbf on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 52 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.
ICE 2735:55 AM0h34Frankfurt South station6:29 AMMannheim Hbf$91One-way0 transfers
S6 · ICE 951412:33 PM1h06Frankfurt South station1:39 PMMannheim Hbf$171One-way1 transfer
S6 · ICE 6992:48 AM1h05Frankfurt South station3:53 AMMannheim Hbf$171One-way1 transfer
S3 · ICE 5917:28 AM1h02Frankfurt South station8:30 AMMannheim Hbf$211One-way1 transfer
4503 · ICE 2756:30 AM0h59Frankfurt South station7:29 AMMannheim Hbf$211One-way1 transfer
ICE 2735:55 AM0h34Frankfurt South station6:29 AMMannheim Hbf$91One-way0 transfers
15521 · ICE 5771:05 PM0h52Frankfurt South station1:57 PMMannheim Hbf$511One-way1 transfer
15537 · ICE 7759:05 PM0h52Frankfurt South station9:57 PMMannheim Hbf$281One-way1 transfer
15535 · ECE 98:05 PM0h52Frankfurt South station8:57 PMMannheim Hbf$901One-way1 transfer
15531 · ICE 756:05 PM0h52Frankfurt South station6:57 PMMannheim Hbf$511One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Mannheim Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (48m by train vs 56m by car). Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15529 · ICE 771 | Delayed 5:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h52 | 4:04 PM 4:04 PMMannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15441 · ICE 691 | Delayed 5:29 PM Frankfurt South station | 1h01 | 4:49 PM 4:49 PMMannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1013+ 24398 | Delayed 4:28 PM 5:57 PMFrankfurt South station | 0h56 | 6:53 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15531 · ICE 75 | On time 6:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h52 | 6:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 377 | Delayed 6:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 1h01 | 7:41 PM 7:41 PMMannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15537 · ICE 775 | On time 9:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h52 | 9:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15539 · ICE 695 | On time 10:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 1h05 | 11:10 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4539 · ICE 77 | On time 10:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h53 | 11:20 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15541 · 4589 | 11:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 1h16 | 12:21 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4541 · ICE 677 | On time 11:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h57 | 12:24 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 · ICE 619 | 12:53 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h08 | 2:01 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · 15573 | 1:33 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h36 | 3:09 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 · IC 60403 | Delayed 2:23 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h06 | 1:29 AM 1:29 AMMannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 699 | 2:48 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h05 | 3:53 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 · 15571 | 3:23 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h51 | 5:14 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · 15301 · S5 | 3:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h48 | 5:46 AM Mannheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S6 · IC 60471 · S2 | 4:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h39 | 6:07 AM Mannheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S6 · 4553 | 4:48 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h32 | 6:20 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 · 4555 | 5:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h23 | 7:21 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · S8 · ICE 511 | On time 6:03 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h22 | 7:25 AM Mannheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4503 · ICE 275 | On time 6:30 AM Frankfurt South station | 0h59 | 7:29 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 9568 | 6:33 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h04 | 7:37 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15555 · 4557 | 7:05 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h16 | 8:21 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 591 | On time 7:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h02 | 8:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15511 · 4559 | 8:04 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h17 | 9:21 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4599 · ICE 277 | On time 8:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h01 | 9:29 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15513 · ICE 573 | On time 9:04 AM Frankfurt South station | 0h53 | 9:57 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 2583 | On time 9:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 1h02 | 10:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24330+ ICE 915 | On time 9:57 AM Frankfurt South station | 0h56 | 10:53 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24336+ ICE 225 | On time 11:57 AM Frankfurt South station | 0h56 | 12:53 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15519 · ECE 5 | On time 12:04 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h53 | 12:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4519 · ICE 371 | On time 12:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 1h01 | 1:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 9514 | On time 12:33 PM Frankfurt South station | 1h06 | 1:39 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15521 · ICE 577 | 1:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h52 | 1:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15525 · ICE 579 | 3:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h52 | 3:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 599 | On time 3:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 1h02 | 4:30 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24352+ ICE 1011 | On time 3:57 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h56 | 4:53 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15527 · ICE 7 | 4:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 0h52 | 4:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 375 | On time 4:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 1h01 | 5:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf
Trains from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 1:41 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt South station and Mannheim Hbf from $5 (€4). 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.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt South station to Mannheim Hbf
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- 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
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