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Next departures for Essen to Stuttgart on August 25
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
	6:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 50m	3:05pm	STR Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 1m	5:46pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 35m	5:20pm	STR Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:03pm	HBF	10h 22m	4:25am	STR Airport	No tags
	1:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	10h 25m	11:40pm	STR Airport	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:50pm	HBF	10h 20m	7:10am	Kornwestheim	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Stuttgart on August 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:00pm	Essen	22h 15m	7:15pm	STR Airport	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Essen to Stuttgart on August 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 1m	5:46pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	8:30pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 35m	4:05am	Vaihingen Bf	Fastest
	7:50am	Essen	21h 25m	5:15am	STR Airport	No tags
	4:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	12:45pm	STR Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 30m	1:45pm	Hbf	No tags
	9:00pm	Essen	22h 15m	7:15pm	STR Airport	No tags
	6:15am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 50m	3:05pm	STR Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:25pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 20m	9:45pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Stuttgart on August 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:50am	Essen	21h 25m	5:15am	STR Airport	CheapestFastest
		9:00pm	Essen	22h 15m	7:15pm	STR Airport	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Stuttgart on August 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:50am	Essen	21h 25m	5:15am	STR Airport	CheapestFastest
		9:00pm	Essen	22h 15m	7:15pm	STR Airport	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Stuttgart

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 26 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 38,941, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day

3h 26mAverage Duration

208 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 37,248 - CLP 214,110	Average Duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 38,941 - CLP 264,101	Average Duration3h 26m	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

3.5/515,343 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

3.7/512,689 reviews

Staff4.3

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 CLP 37,248. The average price for this route is around CLP 59,226. 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 55m, 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 8.499775 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 12649 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

08/23

CLP 145,678

08/24

CLP 111,874

Today

CLP 36,958

08/26

CLP 89,587

08/27

CLP 29,155

08/28

CLP 128,584

08/29

CLP 117,544

08/30

CLP 88,736

The cheapest trip from Essen to Stuttgart was searched and found on Aug 27, 2026 with a price of CLP 29,155

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 CLP 29,155 to CLP 145,678 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 CLP 29,155 which is on 2026-08-27.

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.