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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Mannheim is to rideshare which costs €14 - €18 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Mannheim is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Mannheim?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Mannheim central bus station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Mannheim?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Mannheim?

The distance between Dortmund and Mannheim is 335 km. The road distance is 294 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Mannheim without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €260.

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

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Mannheim bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Mannheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Mannheim?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Mannheim is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Dortmund to Mannheim bus arrive?

Dortmund to Mannheim bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mannheim central bus station.

Where does the Dortmund to Mannheim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Mannheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Mannheim is 294 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Dortmund to Mannheim.

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

Book your Dortmund to Mannheim train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Mannheim?

There are 1510+ hotels available in Mannheim.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Mannheim?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2h 50m
€35–260
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Mannheimrideshare 292.9 km
3h 23m
€14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Mannheim central bus stationbus FlixBus N07 / ...
4h 40m
€26–45
Drive 294 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Mannheimcar 294 km
2h 37m
€42–61
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3h 42m
€118–230

Dortmund to Mannheim by train

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Distance: 334.7 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €60–260 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Mannheim central bus station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €26–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Hak Bus also services this route twice a week.

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