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Kunsthalle Heidelberg
Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darmstadt to Heidelberg will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 6 trains from Darmstadt to Heidelberg, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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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Trains from Darmstadt to Heidelberg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £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 52 km distance in 32m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Darmstadt to Heidelberg.
The table below shows live departures for Darmstadt to Heidelberg trains for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixTrain | 20:21 Darmstadt Hbf | 0h37 | 20:58 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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ICE 791 | On time 8:02 Darmstadt Hbf | 0h39 | 8:41 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
15309 | 8:34 Darmstadt Hbf | 1h05 | 9:39 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4657 · S3 | 8:53 Darmstadt Hbf | 1h23 | 10:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
15311 | 9:30 Darmstadt Hbf | 1h02 | 10:32 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 14:21 Darmstadt Hbf | 0h36 | 14:57 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
Museum on the Electoral Palatinate inside Morass Palace, with art, history and changing displays that illuminate regional life and culture.
Compact student prison museum where university offenders were once confined. Preserved graffiti and cells offer an unusual academic history.
Heidelberg’s atmospheric Old Town with lanes, squares and baroque facades. Ideal for walking between the river, churches and castle paths.
Riverside philosophers’ path above the Neckar, famous for broad views across Heidelberg, the castle and the Old Town rooftops.
Long pedestrian high street lined with shops, historic buildings and side alleys. A practical route through the heart of the Old Town.
A hearty pork stomach stuffed with minced pork, potatoes and spices. It is a classic Palatinate speciality long associated with Heidelberg taverns.
A rich stew of beef, pork, bacon and sausage with potatoes. It is a filling regional dish from the Palatinate and Odenwald area around Heidelberg.
Liver dumplings, usually served in broth or with sauerkraut and bread. They are a traditional everyday dish in the Heidelberg and Palatinate region.
Refined restaurant and wine tavern in the Altstadt with seasonal German cooking, a strong wine list and an intimate atmosphere.
Historic brewery tavern in the Altstadt known for house beers and classic regional dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Long-running student tavern and restaurant with a rustic feel, pouring local beers and serving straightforward regional dishes.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and regional rail are reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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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-Wixhausen is 6 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt-Wixhausen 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: Il Trullo, Gaststätte im Bürgermeister-Pohl-Haus, Helin Döner, La Veranda
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen. ATMs are available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen. Information desks are available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt-Wixhausen.
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.
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-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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