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University Museum Heidelberg
Compact university museum presenting Heidelberg’s academic heritage, notable scholars, and historic collections in an important institutional setting.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darmstadt to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darmstadt to Heidelberg will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 13 trains that leave Darmstadt for Heidelberg on Thu, Aug 06, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 37 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 Darmstadt to Heidelberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Darmstadt to Heidelberg trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15309 | 8:34 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 1h05 | 9:39 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4657 · S3 | 8:53 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 1h23 | 10:16 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15311 | 9:30 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 1h02 | 10:32 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1573 | On time 10:02 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 0h39 | 10:41 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:21 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 0h36 | 4:57 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:21 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 0h37 | 8:58 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darmstadt to Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Darmstadt to Heidelberg trains use the Darmstadt Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Darmstadt and Heidelberg 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.
Darmstadt-Eberstadt is 6 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt-Eberstadt 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: La Casa Toscana, Imbiss Asia Haus Gourmet, Kasino
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt-Eberstadt. ATMs are available at Darmstadt-Eberstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt-Eberstadt. Information desks are available at Darmstadt-Eberstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt-Eberstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt-Eberstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt-Eberstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt-Eberstadt.
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.
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg 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: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt 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, Saffron, Thanaphon, Krokodil
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Elite, Hotel Mille Stelle, Krokodil, Boardinghouse.
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt 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: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
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