How to travel from Zaventem to Mannheim

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Compare train and bus for Zaventem to Mannheim

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zaventem to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, while a flight costs an average of €173.

Distance: 201 miles (324 km)

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€173

Average price

€56

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€37

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Cheapest

€66

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 31m

Average total duration

2h 31m

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2h 0m

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4h 27m

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3h 57m

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30m

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11h 25m

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10h 55m

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4h 1m

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1.0 - 1.9kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Zaventem to Mannheim is a bus with an average price of €37.

This is compared to other travel options from Zaventem to Mannheim:

A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Mannheim costing on average €56.

A bus is €135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zaventem to Mannheim costing on average €173.

The fastest way to travel from Zaventem to Mannheim is by train with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 31m.

Bus takes on average 11h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zaventem and Mannheim including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Zaventem to Mannheim among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 1h 30m sooner (2h 31m by flight vs 4h 1m by car). Tickets start at around €173 compared to roughly €66 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Zaventem to Mannheim

How to get from Zaventem to Mannheim by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Zaventem to Mannheim is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:15 AM12h25
    Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)
    4:40 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    281One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:15 AM12h25
    Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)
    4:40 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    281One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnR 3778 · ICE 13 · ICE 2515
    7:36 AM4h50
    Zaventem station
    12:26 PMMannheim Hbf
    831One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnR 3795 · ICE 11 · ICE 2513
    12:36 AM9h50
    Zaventem station
    10:26 AMMannheim Hbf
    551One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 3774 · IC 504 · ICE 11 · ICE 2513
    1:26 AM9h00
    Zaventem station
    10:26 AMMannheim Hbf
    661One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 3774 · IC 504 · ICE 11 · IC 2040
    1:26 AM9h55
    Zaventem station
    11:21 AMMannheim Hbf
    661One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:55 PM13h40
    Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)
    3:35 AMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    511One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:10 AM13h35
    Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)
    3:45 PMMannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    651One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zaventem to Mannheim

Travel to Mannheim easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zaventem to Mannheim.

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There are 2 options to travel between Zaventem and Mannheim including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Zaventem to Mannheim is a bus with an average price of €37.

This is compared to other travel options from Zaventem to Mannheim:

A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Mannheim costing on average €56.

A bus is €135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zaventem to Mannheim costing on average €173.

The fastest way to travel from Zaventem to Mannheim is by train with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Mannheim take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 31m.

Bus takes on average 11h 25m.

The distance from Zaventem to Mannheim is approximately 201 miles (324 km).
The average frequency per day from Zaventem to Mannheim is:
  • Around 48 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zaventem and Mannheim as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zaventem to Mannheim:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels National Airport and arrive in Mannheim Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) and arrive in Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zaventem to Mannheim, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Mannheim by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Mannheim by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines to go to Mannheim by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zaventem to Mannheim:
  • 7 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Zaventem to Mannheim often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Frankfurt am Main, Berlin, Munich, Stuttgart. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Mannheim and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Mannheim to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Mannheim, you can visit the bustling squares like Paradeplatz for shopping and dining, explore the nightlife in the Jungbusch district with its bars and live music venues, and take scenic walks along the Rhine River promenade. Cultural experiences include performances at the National Theatre Mannheim and river cruises on the Neckar River. Don't miss sights such as the Mannheim Palace, Luisenpark, Kunsthalle Mannheim, the iconic Wasserturm, and the Jesuit Church.
For a fulfilling experience in Mannheim, two to three days are typically sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Baroque palace, Luisenpark, and the Kunsthalle art museum.

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