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Kulturhistorisches Museum Rostock
Major regional museum with art, archaeology, and cultural history collections; a strong museum option on a day trip from Rust.
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Rust is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Rust will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 2 trains that leave Mannheim for Rust on Sat, Jul 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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 Rust 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 train which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mannheim to Rust:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Rust costing on average $56 (€46).
Other travel options to Rust take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
You'll arrive about 36m sooner (1h 15m by train vs 1h 51m by car). Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $31 (€25) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
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 Rust trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:37 AM Mannheim | 1h48 | 10:25 AM Rust | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:37 AM Mannheim | 1h48 | 11:25 AM Rust | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Mannheim to Rust run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:31, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 8:31 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Discover the best of Rust — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rust trip today.
Major regional museum with art, archaeology, and cultural history collections; a strong museum option on a day trip from Rust.
Contemporary and modern art museum known for rotating exhibitions and a solid program of German and international artists.
Respected art museum on the Fischland-Darß coast, known for regional artists and a stylish modern building.
Broad sandy Baltic beach known for classic seaside views, promenades, and strong popularity with summer visitors.
The historic canal-side promenade in Warnemünde, lined with boats and maritime scenery, perfect for a scenic walk.
Large waterfront park with open space, event areas, and harbor views, well suited for relaxed walks and photography.
A thin, crisp tart topped traditionally with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon. It is popular across Baden and Alsace and is a classic regional comfort food around Rust.
Roasted pork shoulder, a beloved Baden specialty, often served with potato salad. It is a hearty regional dish commonly found in traditional inns.
Filled pasta pockets from nearby Swabian-Baden culinary tradition, usually stuffed with meat, spinach, and herbs. They are widely eaten in southwestern Germany.
Rust's best-known fine dining restaurant at Europa-Park, offering modern tasting menus in an elegant setting. Ideal for a special meal.
A stylish seafood-focused restaurant in the Hotel Krønasår area at Europa-Park Resort, known for polished service and a refined atmosphere.
A Scandinavian-themed buffet restaurant at Europa-Park Resort with a broad selection and family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate overall. Theme park dining and hotels raise costs, but bakeries, snack bars, and nearby stays can be reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up for cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service; hand the tip directly when paying.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Rust 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 Rust, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mannheim to Rust trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Orschweier station pair. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Rust 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-Rheinau is 9 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Rheinau 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: Imbiss-Pizzeria Da Gianni, Bokeria, Pizzeria Napoli, Gasthaus zum Seeblick
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Rheinau. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Rheinau.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Rheinau. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Rheinau.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Rheinau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Rheinau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Rheinau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Rheinau.
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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