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Kunsthalle Mannheim
Major modern and contemporary art museum with a notable collection from the 19th century to today, housed in a striking expanded complex.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Krefeld to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Krefeld to Mannheim without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Krefeld to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. 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 $76, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $130 Average price | $98 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 37m Average total duration 18h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Krefeld to Mannheim:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Krefeld to Mannheim costing on average $101 (€83).
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Krefeld to Mannheim costing on average $130 (€106).
Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 59m.
Bus takes on average 18h 7m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (2h 59m by train vs 3h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $101 (€83) compared to roughly $54 (€44) 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Krefeld to Mannheim trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:26 AM Krefeld | 3h00 | 8:26 AM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:26 AM Krefeld | 2h27 | 8:53 AM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:56 AM Krefeld | 2h30 | 10:26 AM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:26 AM Krefeld | 2h27 | 10:53 AM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:56 AM Krefeld | 2h55 | 11:51 AM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Krefeld | 2h30 | 12:26 PM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:26 AM Krefeld | 2h59 | 1:25 PM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:56 AM Krefeld | 2h30 | 2:26 PM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:26 PM Krefeld | 2h27 | 2:53 PM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:56 PM Krefeld | 2h30 | 4:26 PM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:26 PM Krefeld | 2h27 | 4:53 PM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:56 PM Krefeld | 2h30 | 6:26 PM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:26 PM Krefeld | 2h27 | 6:53 PM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Krefeld to Mannheim run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€64) but you can travel from only $76 (€62) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:52, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€64) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 1:52 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Moderate by German standards. Budget eats are manageable, while hotels and sit-down dining cost more during fairs and business travel peaks.
Service is usually included. Round up for cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is typical for good service; tip by telling staff the total amount.
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Mannheim Hbf, Mannheim -> Paradeplatz, Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Krefeld 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 Krefeld to Mannheim trains use the Krefeld Hbf to Mannheim Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Krefeld and Mannheim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Krefeld Hbf is 1 km from Krefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Krefeld 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: Dayan Simit, McDonald's, Grill Split, Mama's
Wi-Fi is available at Krefeld Hbf. ATMs are available at Krefeld Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Krefeld Hbf. Information desks are available at Krefeld Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Krefeld Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Krefeld Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Krefeld Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Krefeld Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City Hotel, B&B.
Krefeld-Uerdingen is 4 km from Krefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Krefeld-Uerdingen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Trattoria La Riva, Pinocchio, Pizza Live, Ragusa
Wi-Fi is available at Krefeld-Uerdingen. ATMs are available at Krefeld-Uerdingen.
Ticket office support is available at Krefeld-Uerdingen. Information desks are available at Krefeld-Uerdingen.
Luggage storage is available at Krefeld-Uerdingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Krefeld-Uerdingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Krefeld-Uerdingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Krefeld-Uerdingen.
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.
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