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Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Cheapest price on Oct 22
$30
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$65
Fastest journey on Oct 22
2 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
2 h 27 m
Trains on Oct 22
4
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darmstadt to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darmstadt to Düsseldorf will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
It's difficult to get from Darmstadt to Düsseldorf without transferring at least once.
24508+
IC 1049 · 28514
4654 · ICE 316 · 26813
15306 · ICE 820
4656 · ICE 128
4656 · ICE 128
15306 · ICE 820
4654 · ICE 316 · 26813
24508+
IC 1049 · 28514Trains from Darmstadt to Düsseldorf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 124 miles (200 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Darmstadt to Düsseldorf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4654 · ICE 316 · 26813 | 8:07 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 2h13 | 10:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
15306 · ICE 820 | On time 8:30 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 2h10 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 1049 · 28514+ 24508 | Delayed 7:20 AM 8:38 AMDarmstadt Hbf | 3h21 | 11:59 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4656 · ICE 128 | On time 9:07 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 2h03 | 11:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Major state art collection focused on twentieth-century masters. It is a top stop for Klee, Picasso, and European modernism.
Underground exhibition building in Grabbeplatz for postwar and contemporary art. It is known for ambitious rotating international shows.
The historic old town with lanes, churches, and squares near the Rhine. It is the classic place to experience Düsseldorf’s heritage on foot.
Elegant boulevard known for luxury shopping, canal views, and city prestige. It is Düsseldorf’s signature street and a classic urban promenade.
Wide Rhine riverside walk with skyline views, steps, and event spaces. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and sunset photos.
Marinated herring fillets in a creamy sour sauce, often served with apples, onions and potatoes. A classic Rhineland tavern dish.
Slow-cooked beef roast in a dark sweet-sour gravy with raisins and beet syrup. One of the Rhineland’s most traditional celebratory dishes.
Black pudding from the Rhineland, usually pan-fried and served with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut or onions. A deeply local comfort food.
Refined fine-dining restaurant with modern French-influenced cuisine, elegant service and one of Düsseldorf’s top gastronomic reputations.
Traditional brewery restaurant famous for Füchschen Alt and robust Düsseldorf specialties in a convivial local setting.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving fresh Altbier and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively, traditional beer-hall setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but dining and local transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Most Darmstadt to Düsseldorf trains use the Darmstadt Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Use this guide to compare Darmstadt and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
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