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Trip Summary
There are usually 60 daily train trips available from Darmstadt to Cloppenburg. Traveling by train from Darmstadt to Cloppenburg usually takes 6 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 5 hours and 34 minutes.
| Distance | 207 mi (333 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 34m |
| Lowest price | $46.31 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Darmstadt to Cloppenburg
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: $85 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: $46 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: $46 one-way
Which train should you take from Darmstadt to Cloppenburg?
There are 3 train lines with service from Darmstadt to Cloppenburg. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 38 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 7h 56m | $90.57 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 38 | 6h 58m | $95.86 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 20 | 6h 56m | $118.79 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Darmstadt to Cloppenburg start from $46, and on average cost . Daily there are 20 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Cloppenburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Darmstadt leaves from Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese and 5 other stations. And in Cloppenburg trains arrive at Train Station .
From Darmstadt to Cloppenburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 56 minutes. If you are looking to get to Cloppenburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 34 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 36 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Cloppenburg.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Darmstadt and Cloppenburg is approximately 207 miles, or 333 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 58 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 34 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 Darmstadt to Cloppenburg on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Darmstadt at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 60 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 Cloppenburg to Darmstadt.
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 Darmstadt?
Main departure station: Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Darmstadt where you can board the train.
All train stations in Darmstadt:
Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese
Darmstadt Süd
Darmstadt-Eberstadt
Darmstadt-Kranichstein
Darmstadt-Arheilgen
Darmstadt-Wixhausen
Where is the train station in Cloppenburg?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Cloppenburg has one train station.
All train stations in Cloppenburg:
Train Station
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