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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 19
$44
Average ticket price on Oct 19
$71
Fastest journey on Oct 19
2 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Oct 19
2 h 32 m
Trains on Oct 19
7
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Darmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Darmstadt will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Darmstadt without transferring at least once.
28515 · IC 1644+
24521
ICE 919 · 10425 · ICE 229+
24523
28507 · IC 1940+
24513
ICE 27+
24515
ICE 627 · 15321
ICE 621 · 15315
ICE 627 · 15321
ICE 529 · 15313
ICE 27+
24515
ICE 919 · 10425 · ICE 229+
24523Trains from Düsseldorf to Darmstadt run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 124 miles (200 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Darmstadt trains for today, Sunday, October 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 919 · 10425 · ICE 229+ 24523 | On time 1:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h18 | 4:21 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 629 · 15323 | On time 1:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h05 | 3:25 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, October 19 | |||||
28507 · IC 1940+ 24513 | 8:00 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h21 | 11:21 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 529 · 15313 | On time 8:18 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h07 | 10:25 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 27+ 24515 | On time 9:16 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h05 | 12:21 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 621 · 15315 | On time 9:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h03 | 11:25 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
28515 · IC 1644+ 24521 | 12:00 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h21 | 3:21 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 627 · 15321 | On time 12:19 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h06 | 2:25 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Darmstadt trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Darmstadt-Eberstadt. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Darmstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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.
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 TU-Lichtwiese is 2 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese 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: Café Eulenpick, Bistro, LichtBar, Kuhle
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese. ATMs are available at Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese. Information desks are available at Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese.
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