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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Groningen to Darmstadt. Traveling by bus from Groningen to Darmstadt usually takes around 12 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 248 mi (399 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 45m |
| Cheapest price | €42.76 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Groningen to Darmstadt?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Groningen to Darmstadt. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 12h 24m | €76.37 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Groningen to Darmstadt, and usually makes the trip in about 12 hours and 24 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 399 kilometers from Groningen to Darmstadt. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Groningen to Darmstadt, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Groningen to Darmstadt. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Groningen to Darmstadt; ticket prices start at €47.25.
City Information
Darmstadt
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Image credit: Pixabay
Darmstadt is a large city in the state of Hesse, near Frankfurt. It is known as Germany's City of Science due to the many scientific institutions and academies within the city's limits. A long list of notable landmarks makes Darmstadt a worthy destination to explore.
One of the most popular landmarks in the city is the ruins of Frankenstein Castle, which is said to have inspired the world-famous novel by Mary Shelley. Another is the St. Mary Magdalene Chapel, used by the Russian imperial family during their visit to the city. Finally, if you're a fan of quirky architecture, don't miss the art-nouveau museum Institut Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt or the Waldspirale, a colorful, spiraling residential building built in the 1990s.
To begin your Darmstadt adventure, catch a bus or train, both of which usually arrive at the Zweifalltorweg station. FlixBus and Sindbad connect Darmstadt to other cities by bus, and Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, and Railjet provide travel by train. From Darmstadt, some of the most popular destinations are Stuttgart, Munich, Cologne, and Rotterdam.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Groningen?
Main departure station: Stationsweg 1012
Most buses depart from the main station in Groningen.
All bus stations in Groningen:
Stationsweg 1012
Where does the bus arrive in Darmstadt?
Main arrival station: Train Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Darmstadt.
Bus stations in Darmstadt:
Train Station
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