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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 Sep 01
$48
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$81
Fastest journey on Sep 01
4 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
5 h 14 m
Trains on Sep 01
6
Distance
423 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Darmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Darmstadt will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 6 trains from Hamburg to Darmstadt, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct trains cover the 423 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest trains will take 6 h 40 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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ICE 1073 · 15321
ICE 577 · 4667
ICE 1073 · 15321
ECE 5 · 4665
ICE 577 · 4667
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FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Darmstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, while a flight costs an average of $399.
Distance: 262 miles (423 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $399 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 4m Average total duration 13h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Darmstadt:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Darmstadt costing on average $126 (€102).
A bus is $324 (€263) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Darmstadt costing on average $399 (€323).
Other travel options to Darmstadt take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 44m.
Bus takes on average 13h 34m.
You'll arrive about 51m sooner (4h 44m by train vs 5h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $126 (€102) compared to roughly $24 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Darmstadt trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 5 · 4665 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h22 | 12:51 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 577 · 4667 | On time 9:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h22 | 1:51 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 9:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h40 | 4:19 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1073 · 15321 | On time 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h04 | 2:25 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73 · 4669 | On time 10:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h22 | 2:51 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 7 · 4673 | On time 12:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h22 | 4:51 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 771 · 4675 | On time 1:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h22 | 5:51 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h40 | 8:19 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1187 · 15329 | On time 2:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h02 | 6:25 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
FlixTrain | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h40 | 2:19 PM Darmstadt Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Darmstadt run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 262 miles (423 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 262 miles (423 km) |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Darmstadt trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Darmstadt Süd. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Darmstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg-Veddel is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Veddel 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: Imbiss Tetova, Pikasa, Nach Amerika, Eiscafé Sharri
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Veddel. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Veddel.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Veddel. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Veddel.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Veddel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Veddel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Veddel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Veddel.
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 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.
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.
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