By plane
Darmstadt does not have its own airport. The closest and most convenient international airport is:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) – approx. 30 km Frankfurt Airport is one of Europe’s main air hubs, offering frequent direct flights from major European cities such as Paris, Geneva, London, and Barcelona.
From Frankfurt Airport, Darmstadt can be reached easily by train or by car.
By train
Darmstadt is well connected to the German and European railway network via Darmstadt Central Station (Darmstadt Hbf).
Approximate travel times by train:
• Frankfurt (Main) → Darmstadt: ~15 minutes
• Frankfurt Airport → Darmstadt: ~30 minutes
• Paris → Darmstadt: ~4 hours (via high-speed train to Frankfurt, then regional or ICE)
• Geneva → Darmstadt: ~5 hours
• London → Darmstadt: ~6.5–7 hours (Eurostar to Paris or Brussels, then ICE)
• Barcelona → Darmstadt: ~11–12 hours (via Paris or Lyon)
Train tickets and schedules are available via the Deutsche Bahn website or app.
By road
Darmstadt is located near the A5 and A67 motorways and is easily accessible by car from many European cities.
Approximate distances and driving times:
• Frankfurt – 30 km, ~30 minutes
• Paris – 570 km, ~5.5–6 hours
• Geneva – 450 km, ~5 hours
• London – 800 km (incl. Channel crossing), ~8–9 hours
• Barcelona – 1,200 km, ~12 hours
Parking facilities are available throughout Darmstadt, including near the city center and the main railway station.
Local transportation
Darmstadt has an efficient public transportation system consisting of trams and buses, allowing easy travel between the main station, hotels, conference venues, and different parts of the city.
