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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 22
$48
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$70
Fastest journey on Oct 22
11 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
11 h 26 m
Trains on Oct 22
9
Distance
806 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Darmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Darmstadt will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Darmstadt without transferring at least 2 times.
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 516
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 516 · ICE 1092
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576
R 4910 · R 9420 · REX 9402 · RJX 160
EC 346 · RJX 162 · ICE 118 · 4674
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564
R 4612 · EC 346 · RJX 162 · ICE 118
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576
RJX 60 · ICE 562 · 4676Trains from Budapest to Darmstadt run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) but you can travel from only $41 (€35) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 500 miles (806 km) distance in 9h 23m.
Distance 500 miles (806 km) |
Average train duration 10h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 23m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Budapest to Darmstadt.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Darmstadt trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4910 · R 9420 · REX 9402 · RJX 160 | Delayed 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h15 | 1:27 PM 1:27 PMDarmstadt Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h35 | 5:05 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 516 · ICE 1092 | On time 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h55 | 5:25 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 516 | On time 5:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 11h45 | 5:25 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 | 5:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 11h25 | 5:05 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 5 transfers | |
R 4612 · EC 346 · RJX 162 · ICE 118 | 6:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 11h25 | 6:05 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 346 · RJX 162 · ICE 118 · 4674 | 6:54 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 11h11 | 6:05 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 60 · ICE 116 | On time 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h55 | 7:25 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60 · ICE 562 · 4676 | On time 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h35 | 7:05 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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 Budapest to Darmstadt trains use the Budapest Keleti to Darmstadt Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Darmstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
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.
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