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Compare train and bus for Trier to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Trier to Mannheim:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Mannheim costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 16m.
Tickets start at around $46 (€38) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.20 (€-11.72). The journey takes 2h 46m versus 2h 7m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Trier to Mannheim
How to get from Trier to Mannheim by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Trier to Mannheim is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus2:40 PM2h35Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)5:15 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)$161One-way0 transfers
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FlixBus2:40 PM2h35Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)5:15 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)$161One-way0 transfers
Fastest
FlixBus2:40 PM2h35Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)5:15 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)$161One-way0 transfers
Other options
411012:33 PM2h47Trier Hbf3:20 PMMannheim Hbf$361One-way0 transfers
410811:33 AM2h48Trier Hbf2:21 PMMannheim Hbf$361One-way0 transfers
41028:33 AM2h48Trier Hbf11:21 AMMannheim Hbf$361One-way0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Trier to Mannheim:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Mannheim costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 16m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Trier and Mannheim as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Trier Hbf and arrive in Mannheim Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) and arrive in Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße).
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Mannheim by bus.
- Travel with TGV, Deutsche Bahn to go to Mannheim by train.
- 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
- 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
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