- Must visit
Museum of Bavarian History
Leading city museum on Regensburg’s Roman, medieval, and modern history, housed in a former monastery with major archaeological collections.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
4 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Regensburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Regensburg will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 2 trains that leave Mannheim for Regensburg on Mon, Aug 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 268 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 5 h 11 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 Regensburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 166 miles (268 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Regensburg:
A bus is $56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Regensburg costing on average $97.
Other travel options to Regensburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 11m.
Tickets start at around $97 compared to roughly $62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-34.87. The journey takes 4h 11m versus 3h 44m 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 Regensburg trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:03 AM Mannheim | 5h09 | 3:12 PM Regensburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:29 AM Mannheim | 4h47 | 4:16 PM Regensburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:29 PM Mannheim | 4h47 | 8:16 PM Regensburg | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
![]() | 5:33 AM Mannheim | 5h11 | 10:44 AM Regensburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:33 AM Mannheim | 4h39 | 11:12 AM Regensburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Mannheim to Regensburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 but you can travel from only $32 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 166 miles (268 km) distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 166 miles (268 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Regensburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Regensburg trip today.
Leading city museum on Regensburg’s Roman, medieval, and modern history, housed in a former monastery with major archaeological collections.
Museum inside the Old Town Hall covering imperial politics, ceremonial rooms, and the famous Reichstag chamber of the Holy Roman Empire.
Underground museum at Neupfarrplatz presenting Roman remains and the layered history of Regensburg’s Jewish quarter and city center.
UNESCO-listed medieval core with narrow lanes, merchant houses, towers, and squares; ideal for wandering and discovering Regensburg’s character.
Large central square bordered by civic landmarks, lively shops, and cafés; a practical starting point for exploring the historic center.
Elegant medieval square framed by historic town houses and cultural sites, popular for people-watching and appreciating urban architecture.
Small pork sausages grilled over charcoal and traditionally served with sauerkraut and mustard. Regensburg’s best-known specialty and a staple near the Stone Bridge.
A sour rye soup from the Upper Palatinate, often made with fermented rye flour and potatoes. It reflects the region’s rustic farmhouse cooking traditions.
Wild forest mushrooms, especially chanterelles, prepared in a creamy sauce with dumplings or bread. A seasonal Bavarian dish tied to the region’s woodland foraging culture.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in a patrician house, known for refined regional cuisine and polished service in Regensburg’s old town.
Traditional Bavarian tavern and brewery serving local beer, sausages, schnitzel, and hearty classics in a lively historic beer hall atmosphere.
Historic sausage kitchen by the Danube, famous for grilled Regensburg sausages with sauerkraut and mustard in a fast-paced traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, transit is reasonable, and Old Town tourist areas cost a bit more than smaller Bavarian towns.
Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up small taxi fares and leave small change in cafes. Tell the total amount when paying, not after.
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Regensburg Hbf -> Neupfarrplatz, Regensburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Regensburg 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 Regensburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mannheim to Regensburg trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Regensburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Regensburg-Prüfening. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Regensburg 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-Waldhof is 3 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Waldhof 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: Bei Dimi, Eis Cafe Sorrento, Da Dina, Piräus II
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Waldhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Waldhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
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.
Regensburg 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: L'Osteria da Nino, Pritanio, Heuport, Zara
Wi-Fi is available at Regensburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Regensburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Regensburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Regensburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Regensburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Regensburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Regensburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Regensburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn, Bischofshof, Münchner Hof, Kaiserhof.
Regensburg-Prüfening is 3 km from Regensburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Regensburg-Prüfening 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: La Villetta, Bäckerei / Café Klein, Cafe Higgis, China Restaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Regensburg-Prüfening. ATMs are available at Regensburg-Prüfening.
Ticket office support is available at Regensburg-Prüfening. Information desks are available at Regensburg-Prüfening.
Luggage storage is available at Regensburg-Prüfening. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Regensburg-Prüfening: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Regensburg-Prüfening: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Regensburg-Prüfening.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Premier.
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