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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Mannheim will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 15 trains from Hamburg to Mannheim, including 13 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 466 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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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Trains from Hamburg to Mannheim run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 289 miles (466 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 289 miles (466 km) |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hamburg to Mannheim.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Mannheim trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 1271 · ICE 513 | On time 4:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h58 | 9:25 AM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 573 | On time 5:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 9:57 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 71 | On time 6:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 10:57 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 575 | On time 7:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 11:57 AM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 5 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 12:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 107 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h46 | 2:28 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 577 | 9:42 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h17 | 1:59 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 73 | On time 10:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 2:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 109 | On time 10:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h43 | 4:28 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 587 · ICE 579 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h55 | 3:56 PM Mannheim Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 7 | On time 12:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 4:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 771 | 1:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 5:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 75 | On time 2:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 6:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 773 | 3:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h31 | 8:00 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 9 | On time 4:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 8:57 PM Mannheim Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.

Most Hamburg to Mannheim trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Mannheim Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Mannheim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld is 9 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
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