Train from Essen to Stuttgart: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Essen to Stuttgart on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Stuttgart HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Stuttgart HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Stuttgart HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Stuttgart HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Stuttgart HbfNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Stuttgart

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
4h 20mAverage duration
335 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€26 - €191Average duration20h 20m
9kg CO₂e
Average price€32 - €148Average duration3h 12m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€20 - €45Average duration4h 20m
14kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Stuttgart?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Stuttgart start from €32. The average price for this train route is around €100. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Stuttgart?

    The average train journey time from Essen to Stuttgart is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 335 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 57m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Essen to Stuttgart route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.

  4. 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 21:00.

  5. 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 EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Stuttgart?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. 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 EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. 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 EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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