- Must visit
Hessisches Landesmuseum Darmstadt
Leading Hessian museum for art, natural history, and cultural collections. A top stop for seeing Joseph Beuys, Old Masters, and science displays.
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bensheim to Darmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bensheim to Darmstadt will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bensheim for Darmstadt on Mon, Aug 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bensheim to Darmstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (15m by train vs 27m by car). Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bensheim to Darmstadt trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:27 AM Bensheim | 0h11 | 6:38 AM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:13 AM Bensheim | 0h12 | 7:25 AM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:27 AM Bensheim | 0h11 | 7:38 AM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bensheim to Darmstadt run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 12:54 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Darmstadt — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Darmstadt trip today.
Leading Hessian museum for art, natural history, and cultural collections. A top stop for seeing Joseph Beuys, Old Masters, and science displays.
Museum in the artists’ colony building presenting Art Nouveau, design, and Mathildenhöhe history. Essential for understanding Darmstadt’s UNESCO site.
Small palace museum with court interiors and objects from Darmstadt’s ruling house. A compact way to explore local royal history.
UNESCO World Heritage ensemble of Art Nouveau buildings, gardens, and studios. The city’s signature area for architecture, views, and design history.
Central square with the Ludwig monument, shopping streets, and city life. It is the main orientation point and classic meeting place in Darmstadt.
Historic market square beside the palace and church. Its restored facades and outdoor atmosphere make it one of the city’s prettiest urban spaces.
A Hessian potato soup, often creamy and hearty, traditionally served with sausage. It is a regional comfort dish found in local taverns.
Slow-cooked pork with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes or bread. It is a classic Hessian tavern dish closely associated with regional cider culture.
Green sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. A signature Hessian specialty popular in spring and summer.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in Darmstadt, known for refined seasonal cuisine and polished service in a modern fine dining setting.
Historic brewery restaurant serving house beer and hearty Hessian and German dishes in a lively, traditional beer hall atmosphere.
Established restaurant in Darmstadt-Eberstadt, appreciated for upscale German cuisine, game, and seasonal specialties in a warm setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-range, local transit is reasonable, and budget food options are easy to find.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Darmstadt Hbf -> Luisenplatz, Darmstadt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bensheim to Darmstadt by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Darmstadt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bensheim to Darmstadt trains use the Bensheim to Darmstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Darmstadt Süd. Use this guide to compare Bensheim and Darmstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bensheim has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cafe Schmitt, Taverna Quick, Rossini, Walderdorffer Hof
Wi-Fi is available at Bensheim. ATMs are available at Bensheim.
Ticket office support is available at Bensheim. Information desks are available at Bensheim.
Luggage storage is available at Bensheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bensheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bensheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bensheim.
Bensheim-Auerbach is 2 km from Bensheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Bensheim-Auerbach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Poststuben, Burggraf Bräu, Zum Holzwurm, Blauer Aff
Wi-Fi is available at Bensheim-Auerbach. ATMs are available at Bensheim-Auerbach.
Ticket office support is available at Bensheim-Auerbach. Information desks are available at Bensheim-Auerbach.
Luggage storage is available at Bensheim-Auerbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bensheim-Auerbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bensheim-Auerbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bensheim-Auerbach.
Nearby hotels include Poststuben.
Darmstadt Hbf is 1 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Casa Algarve, Ristorante Mare e Monti, Rößler Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Hbf. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Hbf. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Aspire Victory.
Darmstadt Süd is 1 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Europa, Zur Tanne, Shalimar, Eichbaum-Tresen
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Süd. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Süd. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Hotel Donnersberg, Garda.
Darmstadt Ost is 1 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cafe Chaos, Orpheum, Blumen & Café Z, Taksim Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Ost. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Ost. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Ost.
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