Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | STR Airport | HBF | Cheapest | |||||
 | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | STR Airport | HBF | No tags | |||||
| Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | 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 13 minutes and with fares starting at just €45, 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
- C
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
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 Stuttgart to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €121. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Essen?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Essen is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 335 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Essen?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Essen departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 20:49.
Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Essen?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Essen?
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 Stuttgart to Essen was searched and found on 29 May 2026 with a price of €91To 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 €91 to €260 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 €91, which is on 2026-05-29.
