Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Darmstadt Central Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Darmstadt Central Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Darmstadt Central Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Darmstadt Central Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Darmstadt Central Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Darmstadt to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 561, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Darmstadt and Hamburg?
Darmstadt
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 20, 64293 Darmstadt, Germany
- B
Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg
Zweifalltorweg 4, 64293 Darmstadt, Germany
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Darmstadt to Hamburg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Darmstadt to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Darmstadt to Hamburg start from R 653. The average price for this train route is around R 1 300. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Darmstadt to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Darmstadt to Hamburg is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 421 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Darmstadt to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Darmstadt to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Darmstadt to Hamburg departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 20:30.
Which is the best train operator from Darmstadt to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Darmstadt to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Darmstadt to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Darmstadt to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Darmstadt to Hamburg was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 140To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Darmstadt to Hamburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 140 to R 3 192 for a train ticket from Darmstadt to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 140, which is on 2025-12-14.
