What is the cheapest way to get from Forbach to Darmstadt?

The cheapest way to get from Forbach to Darmstadt is to bus which costs €7 - €30 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forbach to Darmstadt?

The fastest way to get from Forbach to Darmstadt is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Forbach and Darmstadt?

No, there is no direct bus from Forbach to Darmstadt. However, there are services departing from Bahnhof, Forbach and arriving at Darmstadt Luisenplatz via Messegelände, Saarbrücken, Saarbrücken bus station and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Forbach and Darmstadt?

No, there is no direct train from Forbach to Darmstadt. However, there are services departing from Forbach and arriving at Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Forbach to Darmstadt?

The distance between Forbach and Darmstadt is 198 km. The road distance is 176.2 km.

How do I travel from Forbach to Darmstadt without a car?

The best way to get from Forbach to Darmstadt without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 2h 57m and costs €40 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Forbach to Darmstadt?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Forbach to Darmstadt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Darmstadt bus from?

Forbach to Darmstadt bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Saarbrücken bus station.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Darmstadt train from?

Forbach to Darmstadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Forbach station.

Train or bus from Forbach to Darmstadt?

The best way to get from Forbach to Darmstadt is to train via Mannheim which takes 2h 57m and costs €40 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €30 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Forbach to Darmstadt bus arrive?

Forbach to Darmstadt bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt Airport station.

Where does the Forbach to Darmstadt train arrive?

Forbach to Darmstadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim Hbf station.

Can I drive from Forbach to Darmstadt?

Yes, the driving distance between Forbach to Darmstadt is 176 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Forbach to Darmstadt.

How do I get a train ticket from Forbach to Darmstadt?

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Where can I stay near Darmstadt?

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Forbach to Darmstadt - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Forbach to Darmstadt by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Forbach to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Darmstadt Hauptbahnhoftrain Re60 / ...
2h 57m
€42–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Frankfurt Airportbus N235 / ...
4h 52m
€7–30
Drive 176.2 km
1. Drive from Forbach to Darmstadtcar 176.2 km
1h 30m
€27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Darmstadt Hauptbahnhoftrain 15 / ...
3h 21m
€51–90
Train #2
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurttrain Re3
4h 54m
€30–50

Forbach to Darmstadt by train

14Weekly Trains

2h 57mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.4 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Forbach, France and Darmstadt, Germany?

You can take a train from Forbach to Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Frankfurt Airport 5 times a day. Tickets cost €9–15 and the journey takes 2h 20m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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