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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 on Oct 14
$32
Average ticket price on Oct 14
$71
Fastest journey on Oct 14
4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
4 h 19 m
Trains on Oct 14
21
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Darmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Darmstadt will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
On Wed, Oct 14, we found 21 trains from Berlin to Darmstadt, including 9 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 14 the direct trains cover the 444 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Wed, Oct 14 the slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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.
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FlixTrainTrains from Berlin to Darmstadt run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 275 miles (444 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 275 miles (444 km) |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Darmstadt trains for today, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:29 AM Berlin | 5h27 | 10:56 AM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:31 PM Berlin | 5h12 | 6:43 PM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:40 PM Berlin | 4h39 | 6:19 PM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:57 PM Berlin | 4h48 | 6:45 PM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Berlin | 4h39 | 7:19 PM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect |
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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 Berlin 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 Berlin to Darmstadt trains use the Berlin Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Darmstadt Ost. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Darmstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau 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: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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 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.
Darmstadt Nord is 2 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt Nord 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: Schmackes, La Fezzo, Restaurant Konak Ocakbasi, Wurzlstubb
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Nord. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Nord. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Nord.
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