Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | STR Airport | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hbf | No tags | |||||
National Express + DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn | Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Baden-Württemberg | Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | STR Airport | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Stuttgart
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just ARS 48,686, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Stuttgart?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stuttgart
- A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany - C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Stuttgart by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Stuttgart?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Stuttgart start at ARS 35,823. The average price for this train route is around ARS 169,789. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Stuttgart?
The average train trip from Essen to Stuttgart takes 4h 2m and covers 335 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 57m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Stuttgart route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 21 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Stuttgart?
The earliest train from Essen to Stuttgart departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 11:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Stuttgart?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Stuttgart was searched and found on Sep 2, 2026 with a price of ARS 121,258To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Stuttgart, as early as possible.
