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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Bottrop to Darmstadt. Traveling by bus from Bottrop to Darmstadt usually takes around 6 hours and 5 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 137 mi (220 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 5m |
| Cheapest price | €16.81 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Bottrop to Darmstadt?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bottrop to Darmstadt. FlixBus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 6h 5m | €16.81 |
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 1 trips from Bottrop to Darmstadt, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 5 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 6 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 220 kilometers from Bottrop to Darmstadt. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Bottrop to Darmstadt. It leaves the station in Bottrop at 19:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Darmstadt
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Image credit: Pixabay
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 Bottrop?
Main departure station: Central Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Bottrop.
All bus stations in Bottrop:
Central Station
Where does the bus arrive in Darmstadt?
Image credit: Jorge Franganillo
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Zweifalltorweg
All buses from Bottrop arrive at one main station in Darmstadt.
Bus stations in Darmstadt:
Zweifalltorweg
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