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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 | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
National Express + DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Essen Central Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + HLB | 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 travel 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 26 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 394, 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 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 MAD 394. The average price for this train route is around MAD 995. 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 26m, covering a distance of 208 miles. The fastest 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 run on this route with 18 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 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
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 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 31 Aug 2026 with a price of MAD 337To 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 MAD 337 to MAD 1,749 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 MAD 337, which is on 2026-08-31.
