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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | STR Airport | Essen | CheapestFastest | |||||
| STR Airport | Essen | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Stuttgart and Essen?
Stops in Stuttgart
- BArnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
- CKornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
- DWestrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
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Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CEssen, Germany
- DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stuttgart to Essen
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Stuttgart to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Stuttgart to Essen start from CA$38. The average price for this route is around CA$105. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stuttgart to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Stuttgart to Essen is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 343 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stuttgart to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Essen at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Essen?
A bus journey from Stuttgart to Essen produces an estimated 8.555225 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Stuttgart to Essen?
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 11630 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Essen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Stuttgart to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller 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.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Essen was searched and found on 22 Apr 2026 with a price of CA$34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stuttgart to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CA$34 to CA$231 for a bus ticket from Stuttgart to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$34, which is on 2026-04-22.
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.
