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About Mannheim

The history of Mannheim stretches back all the way to the times of the Romans, an era that is clearly visible through the road network that still remains in the old town of the city. The strict quadratic orientation of many streets in the historic center of Mannheim is unique in Germany. This area was also the starting point of much of Mannheim’s development over the years and has led to its current city flair with impressive buildings, a variety of shops and a range of restaurants to explore when your bus arrives in Mannheim.

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Places of Interest in Mannheim

When your bus arrives in Mannheim it won’t take you long to notice the parks and gardens, that sit beautifully along the River Rhine. The locals and tourists are able to relax in the heart of the city whilst still experiencing a countryside atmosphere. During the summer months, there are a variety of different events and exhibitions in various parks throughout the city. The historic castle, which served as a seat for the Electors of the Palatinate for many decades, should not be missed when you make a sightseeing tour in Mannheim. This impressive building was built in the early 18th Century and has been perfectly preserved. Inside the castle you can learn all about the history and culture of the region and then you can relax outside in the castle park which lies next to the River Rhine. Thanks to the central location of the castle you can walk comfortably on foot to your Mannheim bus stop. The SAP arena is one of the largest event halls in south west Germany and is located in Mannheim. You will not only find home games of Mannheim’s handball team here, but this arena also holds many large events including concerts and performances by world famous stars, amongst other events presenting some of the best cultural, art and entertainment highlights that there is out there.

Culture and History of Mannheim

Now there is something that few people know about the city before their bus arrives: the popular “Spaghettieis” (spaghetti ice cream) was invented here. So before you hop back on your bus home, you should make sure that you try the original recipe. The “Eisedielen,” founded by Dario Fontanella, is easily accessible by bus or by foot, and does only offer classic types of ice cream, but also new creations that you can try!

Interesting Facts about Mannheim

In the spring time You will find the city’s biggest folk festival “Maimarkt,” which is a market that is open around April/May time of each year and is famous outside of the borders of Mannheim, as well as being a huge hit with its locals. If You to travel by bus to Mannheim at this time You can expect numerous stalls, fairground rides, and a wide variety of events. You can easily get involved with this special celebration and avoid any traffic chaos! Not far from Mannheim’s central bus station You can find Mannheim’s “Planetarium.” They hold offer an interesting program with displays and shows of the world of the stars and also hold special events, including a unique “Pink Floyd Night.” For some occasions the planetarium is open at night!

Buses to Mannheim

Find the most affordable buses to Mannheim

With FlixBus, it’s easy to travel to Mannheim, as 218 rides are available starting from only $4.49 depending on the departure city, date and time. Booking a coach ticket to Mannheim is effortless: you can book on our website or through the FlixBus App. If you prefer paying cash or if you're a last-minute traveller, you can also get your ticket at our shops or aboard the FlixBus. Booking in advance with our app guarantees the lowest fares, and you get your ticket digitally in the app, so you don't have to print your ticket before hopping onboard, sitting back, relaxing and enjoying a comfortable ride to Mannheim!

Why traveling to Mannheim with FlixBus

You can get to Mannheim from 218 different cities, and when it’s time to move on, there are as many connections from Mannheim to other destinations. No matter the journey, bus travel is always a better and more sustainable choice than other means of transportation (on a person/km basis, traveling by bus is more environmental-friendly than driving, flying and, in certain countries, even going by train). Plus, when you ride with FlixBus, you can offset your CO₂ emissions by clicking the CO₂ compensation box when you book your ticket, helping the planet and supporting us towards our sustainability goals! You can get your ticket at one of our service desks and pay cash or with a payment card. You can also book it on our website or our FlixBus app with a credit card, PayPal or Google Pay if you're a more digital person. Then you can look forward to enjoying our onboard services including free Wi-Fi, plenty of legroom, comfortable seats and power outlets.

Onboard services

Reserve a seat when you book your FlixBus ticket to Mannheim online or in the app. Whether you want peace and quiet or to sit close to your friends, we've got seat reservation options that suit everyone. Choose a classic seat or a table seat if you need a little extra space to work or relax. You can also go for a panorama seat on the bus front for a great view or book a spare seat next to yours and enjoy that extra space. There's no need to worry about what to pack when you travel with FlixBus, as we offer hand luggage and check-in luggage to every traveller. After stowing your luggage, head to your seat and enjoy our onboard services, including free Wi-Fi on most buses. All our buses have toilets and power outlets.