Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | STR Airport | HBF | Cheapest | |||||
 | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
| Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express + DB Regio NRW | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Hbf Kruppstraße | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Kornwestheim | HBF | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Stuttgart to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Essen?
Stuttgart
- A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany - C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Essen 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 Stuttgart to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen start at PLN 169. The average price for this train route is around PLN 487. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Stuttgart to Essen?
The average train trip from Stuttgart to Essen takes 3h 13m and covers 335 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 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 Stuttgart to Essen?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Essen departs at 6:17am. The latest train departs at 8:49pm.
What is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Stuttgart to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Essen?
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 Stuttgart to Essen was searched and found on Jul 28, 2026 with a price of PLN 319To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 319 to PLN 822 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 319 which is on 2026-07-28.
