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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bonn to Darmstadt
Showing times and prices for 21 Mar
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
146 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bonn to Darmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bonn to Darmstadt will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Fast trains
To travel from Bonn to Darmstadt you need to make at least one change.
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20:142h37
Bonn22:51Darmstadt
£441One-way
1 change
21:142h38
Bonn23:52Darmstadt
£441One-way
1 change
19:143h11
Bonn22:25Darmstadt
£531One-way
2 changes
19:442h09
Bonn21:53Darmstadt
£681One-way
2 changes
20:442h07
Bonn22:51Darmstadt
£681One-way
2 changes
20:442h07
Bonn22:51Darmstadt
£681One-way
2 changes
19:442h09
Bonn21:53Darmstadt
£681One-way
2 changes
20:142h37
Bonn22:51Darmstadt
£441One-way
1 change
21:142h38
Bonn23:52Darmstadt
£441One-way
1 change
21:442h41
Bonn00:25Darmstadt
£681One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bonn to Darmstadt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bonn to Darmstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 146 km
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2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Deutsche Bahn operates all trains services from Bonn to Darmstadt.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bonn to Darmstadt
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Trains from Bonn to Darmstadt run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 1h 58m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 04:05 |
Last train 22:38 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bonn to Darmstadt trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bonn and Darmstadt from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£26
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bonn to Darmstadt train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bonn 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bonn to Darmstadt can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Bonn to Darmstadt covers a distance of 146 km and takes approximately 1h 58m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Bonn to Darmstadt is 146 km.
The first train from Bonn to Darmstadt leaves at 4:05.
The last train from Bonn to Darmstadt departs at 22:38.
Trains from Bonn to Darmstadt run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bonn to Darmstadt.
To get from Bonn to Darmstadt, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bonn to Darmstadt.
The train station in Bonn that goes to Darmstadt is Bonn Hbf, and it arrives at Darmstadt Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Bonn to Darmstadt is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Bonn to Darmstadt in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bonn to Darmstadt offers pleasant views, particularly of the Rhine Valley and surrounding countryside, making it a moderately scenic route.
A day trip from Bonn to Darmstadt is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 58m. However, there are 3 trains per day for this route. The distance is 146 km.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Darmstadt is generally adequate to explore its main attractions, such as the Mathildenhöhe, the Hessisches Landesmuseum, and the Rosenhöhe Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Bonn to Darmstadt.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bonn and Darmstadt
Bonn
Darmstadt
The major train station for departures in Bonn is Bonn Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bonn Hbf for your trip from Bonn to Darmstadt.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Dining
- Magd und Knecht
- Cafébar Macchiato
- Frittebud
- McDonald's
Hotel
- Motel One
- Hotel Rheinland
- Hotel Löhndorf
- Villa Esplanade
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 12:45 - 12:00 15:45
- Sunday: 10:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:30
Distance to city center
7 kmDining
- House of Steaks
- Fair Cafe
- Maternus
- Mykonos
Hotel
- Kaiserhof
- Hotel zum Adler
- Insel Hotel
- Hotel Eden
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 08:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Tuesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Wednesday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Thursday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
- Friday: 09:30 13:30 - 12:45 17:30
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Cafe Wagner
- Stadt-Café
- Freundlicher Imbiss
- Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
Hotel
- Garten Hotel
- Portofino
The major train station for arrivals in Darmstadt is Darmstadt Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darmstadt Hbf for your journey to Darmstadt from Bonn.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- McDonald's
- Casa Algarve
- Ristorante Mare e Monti
- Rößler Eck
Hotel
- Aspire Victory
Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Café Eulenpick
- Bistro
- LichtBar
- Kuhle
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