Madrid to Mannheim by train
Mannheim lies 1,388 km (862 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 9 h 40 min at the speeds typical of Spain and Germany rail, over roughly 1,693 km (1,052 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Madrid | Mannheim | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Germany |
| Population | 3.3 million | 307,960 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 100 m (328 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld station, Mannheim Central Station, Mannheim-Waldhof station |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 68159–68309 |
What changes when you arrive in Mannheim
Crossing from Spain into Germany: the dialling code becomes +49; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book trains from Madrid to Mannheim
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Staying in Mannheim
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Common questions
How far is Mannheim from Madrid?
1,388 km (862 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 1,693 km (1,052 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Mannheim by train?
About 9 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Mannheim?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Mannheim?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.