1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 5 m
Trains on 18 Sept
9
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Mainz Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf you need to make at least one change.



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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 30 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-14.93. The journey takes 57m versus 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Mainz Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf run on average 1 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 57m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:32 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mainz Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf trains use the Mainz Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Mainz Hbf and Darmstadt Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz 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: Mangal, Asia Wok, Bistrorante Midi, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Hbf. ATMs are available at Mainz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Hbf. Information desks are available at Mainz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Advena Europa Hotel, GuestHouse Mainz, Terminus, Hotel Moguntia.
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.