- Must visit
Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp (KMSKA)
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern art, and a landmark 19th-century building restored with contemporary galleries.
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
4 h 47 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Antwerp will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 6 trains that leave Mannheim for Antwerp on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 347 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 47 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 42 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $166.
Distance: 215 miles (347 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$147 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $347 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mannheim to Antwerp:
A bus is $105 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Antwerp costing on average $147 (€120).
A bus is $305 (€250) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim to Antwerp costing on average $347 (€285).
Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 18m.
Bus takes on average 7h 24m.
You'll arrive about 42m sooner (4h 18m by train vs 5h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $147 (€120) compared to roughly $83 (€68) 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 Mannheim to Antwerp trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:32 AM Mannheim | 5h48 | 9:20 AM Antwerp | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Mannheim | 4h47 | 12:20 PM Antwerp | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:39 AM Mannheim | 5h42 | 1:21 PM Antwerp | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:42 AM Mannheim | 6h42 | 2:24 PM Antwerp | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:03 AM Mannheim | 7h21 | 3:24 PM Antwerp | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:39 AM Mannheim | 5h41 | 3:20 PM Antwerp | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Mannheim to Antwerp run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€52) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 215 miles (347 km) distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 215 miles (347 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€52) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern art, and a landmark 19th-century building restored with contemporary galleries.
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UNESCO-listed printing museum in the original Plantin publishing house, preserving historic presses, interiors, and rare books.
Revitalized docklands district blending warehouses, waterfront promenades, modern architecture, and popular photo spots.
Antwerp’s main shopping boulevard, lined with grand architecture and always lively for a central city walk.
Elegant street in Zurenborg famed for its extravagant Belle Époque townhouses and strong social media appeal.
Mussels steamed with aromatics and served with fries, a classic Belgian dish widely enjoyed in Antwerp.
Flemish beef stew slowly braised with dark Belgian beer, rich and comforting, often served with fries.
A traditional Belgian pastry shell filled with creamy chicken ragout, commonly found in classic brasseries.
Celebrated fine-dining restaurant in a former chapel, known for creative tasting menus and a striking interior.
Historic Antwerp brewery venue for local beer, including Bolleke, with a lively atmosphere and beer-focused food options.
Well-known seafood restaurant with a polished yet relaxed setting, popular for fresh fish and shellfish.
Moderate by Western Europe standards. Food and transport are manageable, while central hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares slightly.
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