The average train between Erlangen and Darmstadt takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Erlangen to Darmstadt. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Erlangen and Darmstadt. The earliest departure is at 2:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Erlangen is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Darmstadt at 5:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 47m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Erlangen to Darmstadt? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Erlangen to Darmstadt. However, there are services departing from Erlangen station and arriving at Darmstadt station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Erlangen to Darmstadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.
Erlangen to Darmstadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.
Book your Erlangen to Darmstadt train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Erlangen and Darmstadt is 172.3 km. The road distance is 275 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurt every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €40–150 and the journey takes 2h 44m.