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Trip Summary
79 trains operate daily from Darmstadt to Heide. The train trip from Darmstadt to Heide is usually about 7 hours and 30 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 6 hours and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 299 mi (482 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 6m |
| Lowest price | £38.99 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Darmstadt to Heide?
There are 3 train lines with service from Darmstadt to Heide. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 51 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 6h 53m | £52.02 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 51 | 7h 22m | £69.16 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 28 | 7h 47m | £68.84 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Darmstadt to Heide start from £39, and on average cost . Daily there are 28 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Heide. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Darmstadt leaves from Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese and 6 other stations. And in Heide trains arrive at Holst .
From Darmstadt to Heide train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Heide faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 6 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 66 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Heide.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Darmstadt and Heide is approximately 299 miles, or 482 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 6 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Darmstadt to Heide are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Darmstadt at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 79 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Darmstadt to Heide. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Heide to Darmstadt.
City Information
Darmstadt
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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 colourful, spiralling residential building built in the 1990s.
To begin your Darmstadt adventure, catch a coach or train, both of which usually arrive at the Zweifalltorweg station. FlixBus and Sindbad connect Darmstadt to other cities by coach, 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 is the train station in Darmstadt?
Main departure station: Darmstadt Nord
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 9 stops and stations in Darmstadt where you can board the train.
All train stations in Darmstadt:
Darmstadt Nord
Darmstadt Süd
Darmstadt-Eberstadt
Darmstadt-Kranichstein
Darmstadt-Wixhausen
Darmstadt-Arheilgen
Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese
Train Station
Darmstadt Ost
Where is the train station in Heide?
Main arrival station: Holst
Heide has one train station.
Train stations in Heide:
Holst
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