The average train between Hanover and Darmstadt takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Hanover 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 Hanover and Darmstadt. The earliest departure is at 2:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Hanover is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Darmstadt at 1:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hanover to Darmstadt. However, there are services departing from Hanover station and arriving at Darmstadt station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Hanover to Darmstadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hbf station.
Hanover to Darmstadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.
Book your Hanover to Darmstadt train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Hanover and Darmstadt is 287.9 km. The road distance is 363 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hbf to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €60–150 and the journey takes 2h 21m.