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Hessisches Landesmuseum Darmstadt
Major state museum with art, natural history and cultural collections, ranging from medieval works to modern design and zoological displays.
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Darmstadt will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Düsseldorf to Darmstadt you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Darmstadt run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Düsseldorf to Darmstadt.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Darmstadt trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 101 · IC 2348+ 24509 | On time 6:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 9:21 Darmstadt Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 25+ 24511 | On time 7:25 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 10:21 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
28507 · IC 2040+ 24513 | 7:58 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h23 | 11:21 Darmstadt Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 529 · 15313 | On time 8:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h06 | 10:25 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 27+ 24515 | On time 9:25 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 12:21 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1748 · IC 2044+ 24521 | On time 12:13 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h08 | 15:21 Darmstadt Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 627 · 15321 | 12:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h06 | 14:25 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 629 · 15323 | 13:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h07 | 15:25 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 229+ 24523 | On time 13:25 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 16:21 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
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Major state museum with art, natural history and cultural collections, ranging from medieval works to modern design and zoological displays.
Museum on the Mathildenhöhe site presenting Art Nouveau architecture, design and the history of the artists' colony in restored exhibition spaces.
Art gallery and cultural venue in a former industrial building, known for changing exhibitions, photography and events near the city centre.
Hilltop ensemble of Art Nouveau buildings, gardens and exhibition spaces. It is the city's signature walking area for architecture and views.
Large landscaped park with ponds, lawns and woodland paths, ideal for relaxed walks, seasonal colour and a break from the city centre.
Historic market square framed by important civic buildings and St. Ludwig nearby. A practical and attractive base for exploring the old centre.
Soft hand cheese matured with onions, vinegar and caraway. A Hessian tavern classic, often served with bread and apple wine.
Marinated pork cutlet cooked and served in a tart green herb sauce. It reflects southern Hessian home cooking and cider-tavern traditions.
Cold sauce of seven herbs mixed with soured cream and eggs, usually eaten with potatoes or boiled beef. A defining spring speciality in Hesse.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Hessian dishes and house beers in a lively, wood-panelled setting near the centre.
Historic restaurant with a spacious beer garden, known for regional German cooking and a relaxed, classic atmosphere.
Elegant dining venue in the Mathildenhöhe area, offering refined modern cuisine in a stylish, quieter setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are fairly priced, and local transport is reasonable. Costs are usually lower than Frankfurt but above smaller towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is normal in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Darmstadt Hbf -> Luisenplatz, Darmstadt
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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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