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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | STR Airport | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | STR Airport | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Stuttgart
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 PEN 33, 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 traveling 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 from PEN 33. The average price for this train route is around PEN 348. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Stuttgart?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Stuttgart is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 208 miles (335 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 57m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Essen to Stuttgart route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Stuttgart?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Stuttgart at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 9:00pm.
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 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Stuttgart?
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 most timely service from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Jul 13, 2026 with a price of PEN 164To 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.
You can expect to pay from PEN 164 to PEN 976 for a train ticket from Essen to Stuttgart based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 164 which is on 2026-07-13.
