- Must visit
Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen
Major museum complex for archaeology, world cultures, photography, and regional history. A top choice for breadth and high-quality exhibitions.
Cheapest price
€201
Average price
€219
Fastest journey
9 h 8 m
Average duration
9 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Padua to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padua to Mannheim will cost around €219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €201.
It's difficult to get from Padua to Mannheim without transferring at least once.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Padua to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €52, and a flight costs an average of €91.
Distance: 323 miles (521 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €130 Average price | €68 Average price | €186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 50m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Padua to Mannheim:
A train is €15 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Padua to Mannheim costing on average €68.
A train is €78 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padua to Mannheim costing on average €130.
Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 13m.
Bus takes on average 12h 20m.
Tickets start at around €52 compared to roughly €186 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €134. The journey takes 9h 13m versus 8h 49m 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 Padua to Mannheim trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:26 AM Padua | 9h32 | 5:58 PM Mannheim | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Padua | 9h08 | 5:58 PM Mannheim | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Padua to Mannheim run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €50 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 18:53. The fastest train covers the 323 miles (521 km) distance in 10h 19m.
Distance 323 miles (521 km) |
Average train duration 9h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 19m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 6:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Mannheim — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mannheim trip today.
Major museum complex for archaeology, world cultures, photography, and regional history. A top choice for breadth and high-quality exhibitions.
Renowned art museum with strong collections from the 19th century to contemporary work. The modern building is an attraction in itself.
Museum in the palace focused on theatre and music history. It highlights Mannheim’s influential court culture and performing arts traditions.
Elegant square around the water tower with fountains and gardens. It is Mannheim’s classic promenade and a central meeting place.
Large inner-city park with lawns, paths, and event spaces. It is ideal for relaxing between museums and major landmarks.
Historic grid center known as the Quadrate. Its unusual block system, shops, and urban energy define Mannheim’s distinctive city layout.
A Palatinate potato dish of sliced potatoes, bacon and onions baked until crisp. Common across Mannheim and the Rhine-Neckar region as hearty tavern food.
A classic from nearby Heidelberg and Mannheim: flour pancakes sliced into strips and served in strong beef broth. A comforting regional soup.
A sweet yeast pastry formed like a man, often enjoyed for St. Martin and Christmas markets in the region. A nostalgic local baked treat.
Refined modern European fine dining in a polished setting. Known for creative tasting menus and one of Mannheim's strongest gourmet reputations.
Elegant restaurant in the Jugendstil setting of the Dorint hotel. Offers classic French and regional dishes in a formal, old-world atmosphere.
Well-known market hall venue with lively communal seating, local specialties and casual drinks. Good for sampling regional food in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but not a budget destination.
Service is usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Mannheim Hbf -> Paradeplatz, Mannheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua 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 Padua to Mannheim trains use the Padova to Mannheim Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Ludwigshafen(Rhein) Mitte. Use this guide to compare Padua and Mannheim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Padova 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: Ristorante Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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.
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