Bus Zurich to Mannheim: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Zurich to Mannheim

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Zurich to Mannheim from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

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$26

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$29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 30m	1:50 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	7:20 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/30/2026 1:50:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
FlixBus	5h 0m	1:45 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:45 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/30/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
FlixBus	6h 0m	3:40 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:40 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/30/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
FlixBus	5h 50m	5:05 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	10:55 PM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/30/2026 5:05:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
FlixBus	7h 5m	9:15 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	4:20 PM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/30/2026 9:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 30m	1:50 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	7:20 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/31/2026 1:50:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
FlixBus	5h 50m	5:05 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	10:55 PM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/31/2026 5:05:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
FlixBus	7h 5m	9:15 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	4:20 PM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/31/2026 9:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
FlixBus	6h 0m	3:40 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:40 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/31/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
FlixBus	5h 0m	1:45 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:45 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 7/31/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m

Frequency of bus connections between Zurich and Mannheim

See here how frequent the connections between Zurich and Mannheim are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Zurich to Mannheim. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Zurich and Mannheim.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 6 buses from Zurich to Mannheim, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Zurich and Mannheim, with 2 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/21/2026 costs just $23, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Zurich to Mannheim

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from Zurich to Mannheim in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zurich to Mannheim starting from $23!

Cheapest Bus	$23
Fastest Bus	4h 55m
Earliest Bus	1:45 AM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	146.5 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Zurich to Mannheim

Every day, 6 buses from 1 bus companies leave Zurich for Mannheim: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

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Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

$27

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$26

Friday 07/31

$29

Saturday 08/01

$29

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

$28

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$26

Friday 08/07

$26

Saturday 08/08

$29

Sunday 08/09

$31

Monday 08/10

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

$24

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Zurich to Mannheim

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Zurich to Mannheim, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $24, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Zurich to Mannheim. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $26.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zurich to Mannheim, with $24. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $37.

How to save money travelling from Zurich to Mannheim

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Zurich to Mannheim in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Zurich to Mannheim, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Zurich to Mannheim are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Zurich and Mannheim

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Zurich and Mannheim.

Central Bus Station Sihlquai

Ausstellungsstrasse 5

Kinkelstrasse

Goldauerstrasse

Central Polybahn

Rathaus

Central Bus Station

Heinrich-von-Stephan-Str 6-8

Theresienkrankenhaus

Boveristraße Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Zurich to Mannheim? Compare all modes of transports from Zurich to Mannheim.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zurich to Mannheim

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Zurich to Mannheim? Or which bus companies serve the route Zurich to Mannheim? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Zurich to Mannheim bus

How much does a Zurich Mannheim bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $23 and takes 5h 30m to reach Mannheim. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Zurich to Mannheim?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $23 and $53. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Mannheim.

On average, how many connections are available from Zurich to Mannheim each day?

Every day, the Zurich to Mannheim bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Zurich to Mannheim take?

The fastest bus from Zurich to Mannheim is offered by FlixBus and takes 4h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $37. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Zurich to Mannheim?

The earliest bus arriving in Mannheim from Zurich starts at 1:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Zurich to Mannheim?

The latest bus trip departing from Zurich for Mannheim starts at 11:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Zurich Mannheim route?

When traveling by bus from Zurich to Mannheim, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Mannheim?

You can check all the direct connections between Zurich and Mannheim by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Zurich to Mannheim bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Zurich Mannheim bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Zurich Mannheim bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Zurich to Mannheim on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Zurich to Mannheim

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Zurich and to Mannheim

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Zurich and to Mannheim. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!