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Trip Summary
69 trains operate daily from Krakow to Darmstadt. The train trip from Krakow to Darmstadt is usually about 15 hours and 38 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 12 hours and 57 minutes.
| Distance | 502 mi (807 km) |
| Fastest train | 12h 57m |
| Lowest price | €101.72 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Krakow to Darmstadt?
2 train services operate from Krakow to Darmstadt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 59 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 10 | 15h 26m | €232.79 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 59 | 15h 41m | €154.90 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Krakow to Darmstadt start from €102, and on average cost . Daily there are 59 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Darmstadt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Krakow leaves from Central Station . And in Darmstadt trains arrive at Darmstadt Nord and 5 other train stations.
From Krakow to Darmstadt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 15 hours and 41 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 12 hours and 57 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Krakow and Darmstadt is approximately 502 miles, or 807 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 15 hours and 38 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 12 hours and 57 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Krakow to Darmstadt on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Krakow at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. 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 69 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 Krakow.
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 is the train station in Krakow?
Main departure station: Central Station
There is one train station in Krakow.
All train stations in Krakow:
Central Station
Where is the train station in Darmstadt?
Main arrival station: Darmstadt-Kranichstein
There are more train stations and stops in Darmstadt than most cities. Most trains from Krakow will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Darmstadt:
Train stations in Darmstadt:
Darmstadt-Kranichstein
Darmstadt Nord
Train Station
Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese
Darmstadt Ost
Darmstadt Süd
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