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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Mannheim Train station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Mannheim Train station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Mannheim Train station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Mannheim Train station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Mannheim Train station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Mannheim
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Mannheim. The journey takes about 2 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Mannheim?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Mannheim
- AWilly-Brandt-Platz 17, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
- BHeinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6, 68161 Mannheim, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Mannheim by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Mannheim?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Mannheim start from PEN 184. The average price for this train route is around PEN 275. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Mannheim?
The average train journey time from Essen to Mannheim is 2h 26m, covering a distance of 151 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Mannheim route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Mannheim?
The earliest train from Essen to Mannheim departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 21:00.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Mannheim?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Mannheim?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Mannheim?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Mannheim?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Mannheim was searched and found on 5 May 2026 with a price of PEN 242To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Mannheim as early as possible.
