Cardiff to Mannheim by train

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Overview: trains from Cardiff to Mannheim

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cardiff to Mannheim, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:07 View journey
Last train 21:42 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 9hr 3m View journey
Distance (km) 852
Trains / day 22 View all
Cheapest journey CA$1,049.75 View journey
Avg journey time 15hr 19m
Train operators 10

Explore Cardiff to Mannheim by train

Thinking about travelling from Cardiff to Mannheim by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Cardiff to Mannheim

Getting from Cardiff to Mannheim by rail typically costs CA$1049.75, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Cardiff to Mannheim

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Cardiff to Mannheim:

  • 05:07 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 21:30 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:14 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:42 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 25 minutes from Cardiff toward Mannheim.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 22 trains serving this route each day.

Travel time and distance between Cardiff and Mannheim

The route’s fastest journey takes 9 hours and 3 minutes, covering a total of 852 kilometres.

When are tickets between Cardiff and Mannheim available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Cardiff and Mannheim can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Cardiff to Mannheim

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Cardiff and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Mannheim city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Cardiff to Mannheim

Want to know more about your journey from Cardiff to Mannheim? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Cardiff and Mannheim by train is 852 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.