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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCity + Regional-Express | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Stuttgart to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Essen?
Stuttgart
- AArnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Essen by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Essen cost?
The average train ticket price from Stuttgart to Essen is $128. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Stuttgart to Essen?
A train trip between Stuttgart and Essen is around 3h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 335 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Stuttgart and Essen?
The number of trains from Stuttgart to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Stuttgart to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Stuttgart to Essen?
When taking the train from Stuttgart to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Stuttgart to Essen?
Trains travelling between Stuttgart and Essen leave from Hbf or Stuttgart Airport and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Essen was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $294 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-28.
