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Trip Summary
There are usually 45 daily train trips available from Darmstadt to Leverkusen. Traveling by train from Darmstadt to Leverkusen usually takes 3 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 2 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 108 mi (174 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 16m |
| Lowest price | $26.09 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Darmstadt to Leverkusen?
2 train services operate from Darmstadt to Leverkusen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 34 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 11 | 4h 14m | $71.24 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 34 | 3h 29m | $72.62 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Darmstadt to Leverkusen start from $26, and on average cost . Daily there are 34 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Leverkusen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Darmstadt leaves from Darmstadt-Eberstadt and one other station. And in Leverkusen trains arrive at Opladen and 2 other train stations.
From Darmstadt to Leverkusen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 29 minutes. If you are looking to get to Leverkusen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 16 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Darmstadt to Leverkusen are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Darmstadt at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 45 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 Leverkusen 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 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.
Leverkusen
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Leverkusen is a small city in the west of Germany. This comparatively young city owes much of its growth to the chemical and pharmaceutical industry.
Although Leverkusen may not be on your radar, what puts this city on the map is the BayArena. Around 30,000 football fans gather at the arena to watch Bayer Leverkusen play, and daily tours are available for those who arrive when it's not a match day.
Another popular attraction in the city is the impressive Japanese Gardens. You'll quickly forget which continent you're in while you stroll through these serene gardens with koi ponds, small wooden bridges, Japanese maple trees, and lanterns. The tea pavilion in the center makes for great photos, especially when the surrounding trees blossom.
If you're in town to shop, visit the vast Rathaus-Galerie mall to indulge in shopping the German and international brands and dining at one of the many cafes and restaurants.
Leverkusen is located close to two international airports, Cologne-Bonn and Dusseldorf. High-speed trains run to these cities, and slower regional trains offer connections to Leverkusen. Other destinations throughout Europe are accessible via rail or intercity bus, so continuing from Leverkusen to Brussels or Amsterdam is a piece of cake.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Darmstadt?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Darmstadt-Eberstadt
There are two stations in Darmstadt where you can board the train to Leverkusen.
All train stations in Darmstadt:
Darmstadt-Eberstadt
Darmstadt-Wixhausen
Where is the train station in Leverkusen?
Main arrival station: Leverkusen-Rheindorf
There are more train stations and stops in Leverkusen than most cities. Most trains from Darmstadt will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Leverkusen:
All train stations in Leverkusen:
Leverkusen-Rheindorf
Opladen
Leverkusen-Küppersteg
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