- Must visit
National Museum
Prague’s main museum on Wenceslas Square, known for its grand Neo-Renaissance building and broad natural history, history, and cultural collections.
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
7 h 46 m
Average duration
7 h 56 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Prague will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 11 trains that leave Mannheim for Prague on Fri, Jun 26, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 431 km distance in an average of 7 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 46 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 8 h 18 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 Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $151.
Distance: 267 miles (431 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $218 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mannheim to Prague:
A bus is $64 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Prague costing on average $115 (€95).
A bus is $167 (€138) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim to Prague costing on average $218 (€180).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 23m.
Train takes on average 9h 12m.
Tickets start at around $115 (€95) compared to roughly $111 (€92) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.02 (€-3.33). The journey takes 9h 12m versus 5h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Prague trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 774 · ICE 527 · 3565+ 357 | On time 8:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h18 | 4:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 774 · ICE 527 · R 3565 · EC 357 | On time 8:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h18 | 4:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 774 · ICE 527 · 3567+ 359 | On time 8:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 10h18 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 774 · ICE 527 · 3565+ 359 | On time 8:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 10h18 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 774 · ICE 529 · 3567+ 359 | On time 8:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 10h18 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 376 · ICE 2597 · RJ 383 | Delayed 8:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h55 | 3:31 PM 3:31 PMPrague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 376 · ICE 2597 · S1 · 28008 | On time 8:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h40 | 5:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
ICE 376 · ICE 529 · 3567+ 361 | On time 8:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 11h51 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 376 · ICE 2597 · rj 383 | On time 8:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h55 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 376 · ICE 529 · 3567+ 359 | On time 8:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 9h51 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 376 · ICE 2597 · S 31739 · Os 28008 | On time 8:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h40 | 5:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
ICE 614 · ICE 11 · ICE 529 · 3567 | 8:34 AM Mannheim Hbf | 9h47 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
ECE 8 · ICE 930 · IC 2443 · RJ 383 | Delayed 9:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h22 | 3:31 PM 3:31 PMPrague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
EC 8 · ICE 930 · IC 2443 · rj 383 | 9:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h22 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ECE 8 · ICE 529 · 3567+ 361 | On time 9:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 11h18 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ECE 8 · ICE 529 · 3567+ 359 | On time 9:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 9h18 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 513+ 359 | On time 9:33 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h48 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
ICE 513 · EC 359 | On time 9:33 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h48 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
ICE 563 · 88617 · 3569+ 359 | On time 10:05 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h16 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 563 · R 88617 · R 3569 · EC 359 | On time 10:05 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h16 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 374 · ICE 759 · S1 · 28010 | On time 10:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h40 | 7:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
ICE 374 · ICE 759 · S 31747 · Os 28010 | On time 10:30 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h40 | 7:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 177 | Delayed 11:29 AM Mannheim Hbf | 7h46 | 5:21 PM 5:21 PMPrague-Holešovice | 2 transfers | |
ICE 690 · IC 2441 · rj 177 | On time 11:29 AM Mannheim Hbf | 7h46 | 7:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 2 transfers | |
ICE 515+ 361 | On time 11:33 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h48 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
ICE 575 · 88619 · 3573+ 361 | On time 12:00 PM Mannheim Hbf | 8h21 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 770 · ICE 625 · 3573+ 361 | On time 12:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 8h18 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 372 · ICE 1651 · S1 · 28012 | On time 12:30 PM Mannheim Hbf | 8h40 | 9:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385 | Delayed 1:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 7h56 | 7:34 PM 7:34 PMPrague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 598 · IC 2049 · rj 385 | On time 1:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 7h56 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 517+ 363 | On time 1:33 PM Mannheim Hbf | 8h49 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
ICE 578 · ICE 629 · 3577+ 363 | 2:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 8h19 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 9591 · RJ 179 | Delayed 2:20 PM Mannheim Hbf | 9h11 | 9:37 PM 9:37 PMPrague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
ICE 596 · IC 2047 · RJ 179 | Delayed 3:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 8h02 | 9:37 PM 9:37 PMPrague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 596 · IC 2047 · rj 179 | On time 3:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 8h02 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 278 · ICE 1655 · NJ 457 | On time 4:30 PM Mannheim Hbf | 7h56 | 12:26 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 276 · ICE 1657 · rj 479 | On time 6:30 PM Mannheim Hbf | 10h55 | 5:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 592 · RJ 479 | Delayed 7:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 9h56 | 3:57 AM 3:57 AMPrague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
ICE 590 · 16501 · S1 · 28000 | On time 9:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 11h41 | 9:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
EC 459 | On time 11:42 PM Mannheim Hbf | 9h43 | 9:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 459 | On time 11:42 PM Mannheim Hbf | 9h43 | 9:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Mannheim to Prague run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 267 miles (431 km) distance in 7h 46m.
Distance 267 miles (431 km) |
Average train duration 9h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 7h 46m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Prague — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Prague trip today.
Prague’s main museum on Wenceslas Square, known for its grand Neo-Renaissance building and broad natural history, history, and cultural collections.
An important museum spread across historic Jewish sites, presenting the history and heritage of Prague’s Jewish community.
The leading venue for modern and contemporary art in Prague, with major Czech and international works in a functionalist building.
Prague’s historic central square is surrounded by landmark buildings and remains the city’s most atmospheric gathering place.
A beautiful baroque district below Prague Castle, ideal for wandering quiet lanes, gardens, and picturesque embassies and palaces.
A broad urban boulevard with deep historical importance, shopping, monuments, and easy access to major central sights.
Marinated beef sirloin served with a creamy root-vegetable sauce, bread dumplings, cranberry, and whipped cream. It is one of the most iconic Czech celebratory dishes.
Roast pork with bread dumplings and braised sauerkraut. This is a classic Czech pub meal strongly associated with traditional home cooking.
Czech-style goulash, usually beef, slowly cooked with onions and paprika and commonly served with bread dumplings. It is a staple of Prague beer halls.
Upscale riverside restaurant near Charles Bridge, known for modern Czech cuisine, polished service, and fine dining atmosphere.
Well-known Art Deco restaurant and café offering refined Czech and Central European dishes in an elegant historic interior.
Popular traditional Czech pub known for fresh Pilsner, classic dishes, and lively atmosphere in the Old Town area.
Generally cheaper than Western European capitals. Hotels in the center cost more, but food, beer, and transit are good value.
About 10% is standard in restaurants if service is good. Round up in pubs and taxis. Tip is appreciated, not mandatory. Tell the server the total before they charge your card.
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Prague hlavní nádraží, Prague -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mannheim to Prague trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Handelshafen is 1 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim Handelshafen 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: Corner, Brasserie Bernstein, Liman Döner, Uzun Imbiss-Bäckerei
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Handelshafen. ATMs are available at Mannheim Handelshafen.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Handelshafen. Information desks are available at Mannheim Handelshafen.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Handelshafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Handelshafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Handelshafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Handelshafen.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Mannheim City.
Mannheim-Luzenberg is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Luzenberg 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: Knackpunkt, Schloss am Meer, Playa del MA, Manufaktur Mannheimer Genusswerk
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Luzenberg. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Luzenberg.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Luzenberg. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Luzenberg.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Luzenberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Luzenberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Luzenberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Luzenberg.
Nearby hotels include Corniche Hotel.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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