What is the cheapest way to get from Mannheim to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Mannheim to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €8 - €19 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mannheim to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Mannheim to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs €21 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Mannheim and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Mannheim to Cologne?

The distance between Mannheim and Cologne is 240 km. The road distance is 242.1 km.

How do I travel from Mannheim to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Mannheim to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs €21 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Mannheim to Cologne?

The train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Cologne train from?

Mannheim to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mannheim to Cologne?

The best way to get from Mannheim to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs €21 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 3h.

Where does the Mannheim to Cologne train arrive?

Mannheim to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mannheim to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Mannheim to Cologne is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Mannheim to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Mannheim to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 552+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Mannheim to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Mannheim and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Mannheim to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Mannheim to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
1h 32m
€21–130
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Mannheim to Colognerideshare 242.2 km
2h 42m
€8–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Cologne Airport CGNbus 027 / ...
3h
€24–37
Drive 242.1 km
1. Drive from Mannheim to Colognecar 242.1 km
2h 12m
€34–50
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3h 32m
€106–218
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
4h 59m
€44–65

Mannheim to Cologne by train

235Weekly Trains

1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.7 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Mannheim, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €28–80 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mannheim central bus station to Cologne Airport CGN every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–28 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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