Next available departures

Next departures for Essen to Stuttgart on September 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:30pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 55m	4:25am	STR Airport	Cheapest
	8:30pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 35m	4:05am	Vaihingen Bf	Fastest
	4:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 59m	11:59pm	STR Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:03pm	HBF	10h 22m	4:25am	STR Airport	No tags
	4:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 50m	2:50am	Kornwestheim	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:50pm	HBF	10h 20m	7:10am	Kornwestheim	No tags
	10:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h	7:10am	Kornwestheim	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:03pm	HBF	10h 2m	4:05am	Vaihingen Bf	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Stuttgart on September 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h	7:10am	Kornwestheim	Cheapest
	8:30pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 35m	4:05am	Vaihingen Bf	Fastest
	6:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 50m	3:05pm	STR Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:50pm	HBF	10h 20m	7:10am	Kornwestheim	No tags
	8:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 35m	5:20pm	STR Airport	No tags
	1:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 25m	11:40pm	STR Airport	No tags
	8:30pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 55m	4:25am	STR Airport	No tags
	8:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 55m	7:40pm	Kornwestheim	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Stuttgart

We recommend taking the bus

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 HK$254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

10h 50mAverage Duration

211 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceHK$254 - HK$1,442	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceHK$187 - HK$1,476	Average Duration4h 2m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Essen and Stuttgart

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Stuttgart

A
Stuttgart Airport
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B
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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C
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 1
Kornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
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D
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 2
Westrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
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E
Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,459 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512,760 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Deutsche Bahn, Sindbad, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Stuttgart by bus

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 bus ticket from Essen to Stuttgart?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Stuttgart start from HK$254. The average price for this route is around HK$409. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Stuttgart?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Stuttgart is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 211 miles (340 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Stuttgart route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Stuttgart?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Stuttgart at 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Stuttgart?
A bus trip from Essen to Stuttgart generates an estimated 8.493075000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12691 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Stuttgart?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/30

HK$859

08/31

HK$306

Today

HK$307

09/02

HK$253

09/03

HK$645

09/04

HK$259

09/05

HK$739

09/06

HK$624

The cheapest trip from Essen to Stuttgart was searched and found on Sep 2, 2026 with a price of HK$253

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Stuttgart, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from HK$253 to HK$1,336 for a bus ticket from Essen to Stuttgart based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at HK$253 which is on 2026-09-02.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.