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Trip Summary
There are 150 daily trains from Wolfsburg to Darmstadt. Traveling by train from Wolfsburg to Darmstadt usually takes around 4 hours, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 199 mi (320 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 0m |
| Lowest price | €58.20 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Wolfsburg to Darmstadt?
2 train services operate from Wolfsburg to Darmstadt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 132 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 18 | 4h 16m | €85.20 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 132 | 4h 30m | €84.78 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Wolfsburg to Darmstadt start from €58, and on average cost . Daily there are 132 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Darmstadt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Wolfsburg leaves from Fallersleben . And in Darmstadt trains arrive at Darmstadt-Arheilgen and 5 other train stations.
From Wolfsburg to Darmstadt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 30 minutes. If you are looking to get to Darmstadt faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Wolfsburg and Darmstadt is approximately 199 miles, or 320 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours,
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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Wolfsburg to Darmstadt on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Wolfsburg at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 150 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Darmstadt to Wolfsburg.
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 is the train station in Wolfsburg?
Main departure station: Fallersleben
There is one train station in Wolfsburg.
All train stations in Wolfsburg:
Fallersleben
Where is the train station in Darmstadt?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Darmstadt-Eberstadt
There are more train stations and stops in Darmstadt than most cities. Most trains from Wolfsburg will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Darmstadt:
Train stations in Darmstadt:
Darmstadt-Eberstadt
Darmstadt-Kranichstein
Darmstadt-Arheilgen
Darmstadt-Wixhausen
Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese
Darmstadt Süd
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