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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.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£42
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£59
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
3 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
3 h 42 m
Trains on 30 Aug
17
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Darmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Darmstadt will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 17 trains from Munich to Darmstadt, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 42 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 590 · S6
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24528
ICE 620+
24530
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24524
ICE 624+
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ICE 622+
24528
ICE 620+
24530Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Darmstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £128.
Distance: 288 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£41 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Trains from Munich to Darmstadt run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Darmstadt — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Darmstadt trip today.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Darmstadt trains use the München Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Darmstadt Nord. Use this guide to compare Munich and Darmstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
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 Nord is 2 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt Nord 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: Schmackes, La Fezzo, Restaurant Konak Ocakbasi, Wurzlstubb
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Nord. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Nord. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Darmstadt-Arheilgen is 4 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt-Arheilgen 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: Arheilgen Pizza und Kebab, Eisboutique DaCarlo, Zum Storchen, Zur Krone
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt-Arheilgen. ATMs are available at Darmstadt-Arheilgen.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt-Arheilgen. Information desks are available at Darmstadt-Arheilgen.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt-Arheilgen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt-Arheilgen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt-Arheilgen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt-Arheilgen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Arheilger Hof, KM, Weißer Schwan Hotel - Restaurant.
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