- Must visit
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
$6
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Darmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Darmstadt will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 23 trains that leave Heidelberg for Darmstadt on Thu, Aug 06, 19 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 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 38 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 1576Trains from Heidelberg to Darmstadt run on average 9 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Darmstadt 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:06 AM Heidelberg | 0h32 | 8:38 AM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:26 AM Heidelberg | 1h02 | 11:28 AM Darmstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
15300 | 4:21 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 5:22 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
15302 | 5:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h01 | 6:27 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 776 · 4652 | On time 5:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 1h08 | 6:56 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Darmstadt trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Darmstadt-Eberstadt. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Darmstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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