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Want to find out more about taking the train from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf? Look no further.
You'll usually find 25 trains per day running between Basel SBB and Mannheim Hbf, which usually take 2 hours 56 minutes to complete the 224 km journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. During your journey, you're likely to be traveling with ICE, DB or ÖBB, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $9.12. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
It takes an average of 2h 56m to travel from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf by train, over a distance of around 139 miles (224 km). There are normally 25 trains per day traveling from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf and tickets for this journey start from $9.12 when you book in advance.
First train | 05:13 |
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Last train | 23:50 |
Departure station | Basel SBB |
Arrival station | Mannheim Hbf |
Journey time | 2h 7m |
Distance | 224 miles (139 km) |
Frequency | 25 trains per day |
Changes | Direct trains available |
Price | From $9.12 |
Train and bus operators |
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
The high-speed train of Deutsche Bahn, with a maximum speed of 205 mph (330 km/h), the ICE connects major cities and is also used for international travel to neighbouring countries such as Austria, France and Denmark. This train is equipped with air conditioning, a dining car, a children's compartment and power sockets. Passengers enjoy a free WiFi connection throughout the duration of the ICE trip.
EuroCity (EC) trains offer convenient European cross-border connections between major cities in Italy, France, Switzerland, Germany, Austria – it's often a good alternative to air travel.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Basel SBB and Mannheim Hbf is 2 hours and 56 minutes, with around 25 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf is 2 hours and 7 minutes.
Train tickets from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf can start from as little as $9.12 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf without having to change trains. There are 18 direct trains from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf leaves at 05:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf leaves at 23:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Basel SBB to Mannheim Hbf cover a distance of around 139 miles (224 km) during the journey.