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

The cheapest way to get from Mannheim to Esslingen is to bus and line 122 bus which costs €13 - €23 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mannheim to Esslingen is to train which takes 52 min and costs €12 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Mannheim and Esslingen?

No, there is no direct bus from Mannheim station to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Mannheim central bus station and arriving at Pliensauv. Weilstraße via Flughafen/Messe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Mannheim and Esslingen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Esslingen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Mannheim to Esslingen?

The distance between Mannheim and Esslingen is 114 km. The road distance is 124.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mannheim to Esslingen without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs €12 - €85.

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

The train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Esslingen takes 52 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Esslingen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Esslingen train from?

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

Train or bus from Mannheim to Esslingen?

The best way to get from Mannheim to Esslingen is to train which takes 52 min and costs €12 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 122 bus, which costs €13 - €23 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Mannheim to Esslingen bus arrive?

Mannheim to Esslingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stuttgart Airport Busterminal station.

Where does the Mannheim to Esslingen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mannheim to Esslingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mannheim to Esslingen is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Mannheim to Esslingen.

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

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Where can I stay near Esslingen?

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Mannheim to Esslingen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 122 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mannheim to Esslingen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Esslingentrain 47 / ...
52 min
€12–85
Bus, line 122 bus
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Stuttgart Airport Busterminalbus N952 / ...
2. Take the bus from Flughafen/Messe to Pliensauv. Weilstraßebus 122
2h 41m
€14–22
Drive 124.5 km
1. Drive from Mannheim to Esslingencar 124.5 km
1h 46m
€18–26
Train via Heilbronn
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhoftrain RE10b / ...
2. Take the train from Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof to Esslingentrain Mex18 / ...
2h 37m
€29–41

Mannheim to Esslingen by train

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Distance: 114.2 km
Duration: 52 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Esslingen every 2 hours. Tickets cost €21–85 and the journey takes 52 min. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mannheim central bus station to Pliensauv. Weilstraße via Flughafen/Messe in around 2h 41m.

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