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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 17 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 25 m
Trains on 17 Sept
7
Distance
127 km
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 £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 7 trains from Stuttgart to Darmstadt, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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 1096
ICE 2090
ICE 1012 · 4658
ICE 2090
ICE 1096
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ICE 1012 · 4658Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Darmstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 127 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Darmstadt:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Darmstadt costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Darmstadt take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 32m.
The journey is about 38m faster (1h 29m by train vs 2h 7m by car) and roughly £9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£13 vs £21). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Darmstadt trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1096 | On time 8:05 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 9:25 Darmstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:14 Stuttgart | 1h24 | 9:38 Darmstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1012 · 4658 | On time 8:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h39 | 10:05 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 692 · 4661 | On time 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h02 | 10:51 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 772 · 4660 | On time 9:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h42 | 11:05 Darmstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2090 | On time 10:05 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 11:25 Darmstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:14 Stuttgart | 1h24 | 13:38 Darmstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Darmstadt run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 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 21m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
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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 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).
Universität is 6 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Universität 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: Taverna Elia, La Bruschetta, Mensa II (Stuttgart-Vaihingen), Cafeteria Contrast
Wi-Fi is available at Universität. ATMs are available at Universität.
Ticket office support is available at Universität. Information desks are available at Universität.
Luggage storage is available at Universität. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Universität: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Universität: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Universität.
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-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.
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