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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Mannheim is to rideshare which costs €9 - €15 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Mannheim is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €21 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Mannheim?

No, there is no direct bus from Ulm to Mannheim station. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Mannheim central bus station via Karlsruhe central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Mannheim?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ulm Hbf and arriving at Mannheim Hbf. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Ulm to Mannheim?

The distance between Ulm and Mannheim is 194 km. The road distance is 207.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Mannheim without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €21 - €85.

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

The train from Ulm Hbf to Mannheim Hbf takes 1h 58m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Mannheim bus from?

Ulm to Mannheim bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ulm station.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Mannheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Mannheim?

The best way to get from Ulm to Mannheim is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €21 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €30 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Ulm to Mannheim bus arrive?

Ulm to Mannheim bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Karlsruhe central train station.

Where does the Ulm to Mannheim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulm to Mannheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Mannheim is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Ulm to Mannheim.

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

Book your Ulm to Mannheim train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ulm to Mannheim?

Book your Ulm to Mannheim bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mannheim?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Mannheim.

Can I share a ride from Ulm to Mannheim?

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

Ulm to Mannheim - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ulm to Mannheim by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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 Ulm Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice
1h 58m
€21–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Mannheimrideshare 208.3 km
2h 34m
€9–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Karlsruhe central train stationbus N422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Mannheim central bus stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
3h 35m
€15–30
Train via Esslingen
1. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to Esslingen(Neckar)train Re
2. Take the train from Esslingen(Neckar) to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice
3h 3m
€36–85
Drive 207.9 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Mannheimcar 207.9 km
2h 14m
€30–43

Ulm to Mannheim by train

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 194.3 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ulm Hbf to Mannheim Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €35–85 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ulm to Mannheim central bus station via Karlsruhe central train station in around 3h 35m.

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