What is the best way to travel from Essen to Darmstadt?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Buses to Darmstadt from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Darmstadt from Essen?
You can reach Darmstadt with just £13 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Deutsche Bahn4h 16m002:31Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport06:47DarmstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/02/2026 02:31:00 to Central Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 09/02/2026 06:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 31m016:50Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport20:21DarmstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/02/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 09/02/2026 20:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 31m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 23m021:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport00:25DarmstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/02/2026 21:02:00 to Central Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 10/02/2026 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 24m004:57Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport08:21DarmstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/02/2026 04:57:00 to Central Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 09/02/2026 08:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 24m
Cheapest Trains Monday
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FlixBus9h 30m006:20EssenCentral Station15:50DarmstadtCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 10/02/2026 06:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 10/02/2026 15:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus4h 40m020:30EssenCentral Station01:10DarmstadtCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 11/02/2026 20:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 12/02/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Essen to Darmstadt?
You can get to Darmstadt from Essen in just 3h 22m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn3h 22m021:03Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport00:25DarmstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/02/2026 21:03:00 to Central Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 10/02/2026 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 23m021:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport00:25DarmstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/02/2026 21:02:00 to Central Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 10/02/2026 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 24m004:57Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport08:21DarmstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/02/2026 04:57:00 to Central Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 09/02/2026 08:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 31m016:50Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport20:21DarmstadtCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/02/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 09/02/2026 20:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 31m
Fastest Trains Monday
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FlixBus9h 30m006:20EssenCentral Station15:50DarmstadtCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 10/02/2026 06:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 10/02/2026 15:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus4h 40m020:30EssenCentral Station01:10DarmstadtCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 11/02/2026 20:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Darmstadt (Germany) arriving at 12/02/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Essen to Darmstadt
What are the most popular stations in Essen and Darmstadt?
In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Darmstadt you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Eberstadt Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Darmstadt from Essen? With 2 connections between 1 Carpool, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Darmstadt, you can pay as low as £13 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Darmstadt in just 3h 22m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Darmstadt are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Darmstadt is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Weiterstadt, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Frankfurt am Main Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Darmstadt?
The most popular companies between Essen and Darmstadt, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Darmstadt
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Darmstadt. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Essen to Darmstadt
How can I reach Darmstadt from Essen?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Darmstadt from Essen.
How far is Darmstadt from Essen?
The distance between Essen and Darmstadt is 210.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Darmstadt?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 36 kgs, and a flight 52 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Darmstadt?
You can get to Darmstadt with just £13 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Darmstadt?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Darmstadt in just 3h 22m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Essen and to Darmstadt
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Darmstadt. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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- Karlsruhe to Essen
- Liege to Essen
- Lodz to Essen
- London to Essen
- Munich to Essen
- Nuremberg to Essen
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Essen
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