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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 Stuttgart to Darmstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Darmstadt will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 8 trains from Stuttgart to Darmstadt, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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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Trains from Stuttgart to Darmstadt run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stuttgart to Darmstadt.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Darmstadt trains for tomorrow, 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 618 · 15303 | On time 2:22 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h03 | 5:25 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 994 | On time 6:36 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h21 | 7:57 Darmstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 694 · ICE 2502 | On time 6:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h49 | 8:38 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 774 · 4656 | On time 7:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h42 | 9:05 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 8:14 Stuttgart | 1h24 | 9:38 Darmstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:14 Stuttgart | 1h24 | 13:38 Darmstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 16:14 Stuttgart | 1h24 | 17:38 Darmstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Darmstadt trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Darmstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Darmstadt Nord. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Darmstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
Stuttgart Stadtmitte 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: Café le Théatre, Maison Banh Mi, Bangkok Express, Graf Eberhard
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Information desks are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Hansa Hotel, Novum Hotel Boulevard, Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
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.
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