Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Stuttgart on 19 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	14:00	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	18:08	Stuttgart Hbf
	Train	18:00	Essen Central Train Station	3h 8m	21:08	Stuttgart Hbf
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	18:00	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	22:08	Stuttgart Hbf
	Train	18:15	Essen Central Train Station	3h 7m	21:22	Stuttgart Hbf
	Train	19:00	Essen Central Train Station	5h 8m	00:08	Stuttgart Hbf

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 3 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just CZK 204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

3h 12mAverage duration

208 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCZK 651 - CZK 4,492	Average duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCZK 204 - CZK 5,131	Average duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Stuttgart?

Essen

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HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Stuttgart

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Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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Stuttgart Airport
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Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixTrain

3.3/532 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi2.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Stuttgart by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Stuttgart?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Stuttgart start from CZK 204. The average price for this train route is around CZK 2,142. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Stuttgart?
The average train journey time from Essen to Stuttgart is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 208 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 57m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Stuttgart route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 16 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 06:00. And the latest train departs at 23:00.
Which 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 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service 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 2.8 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.