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Train Mannheim → Lübeck

Schedule & travel time

6h 20m 511 km 17 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

6h 20m

Fastest time

7h 36m

Avg. duration

511

Kilometers

17

Trains per day

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By train from Mannheim to Lübeck

One of the most important long-distance routes: The train connection from Mannheim to Lübeck is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 6h 20m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 511 kilometers and is served by about 17 trains every day. This frequency lets you plan your journey flexibly.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Regionalverkehr

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC, RE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Mannheim to Lübeck saves you about 57 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Mannheim to Lübeck?

The fastest connection from Mannheim to Lübeck takes 6h 20m. The average travel time is 7h 36m.

How many trains run daily from Mannheim to Lübeck?

About 17 trains run daily on the Mannheim - Lübeck route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Mannheim to Lübeck?

The direct connection covers 511 km.

More interesting connections

Mannheim → Stuttgart
0h 37m100 km
Mannheim → Karlsruhe
0h 22m60 km
Hamburg → Lübeck
0h 38m62 km
Kiel → Lübeck
1h 08m75 km
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Return journey

Lübeck Mannheim

More connections

Mannheim → Stuttgart0h 37mMannheim → Karlsruhe0h 22mMannheim → Frankfurt Flughafen30mMannheim → Frankfurt0h 37mHamburg → Lübeck0h 38mKiel → Lübeck1h 08mBerlin → Lübeck4h 9m
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Schedule data last updated: 17/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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