Next available departures

Next departures from Essen to Stuttgart on 1 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 35m	17:20	STR Airport	Cheapest
	20:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 35m	04:05	Vaihingen Bf	Fastest
	07:50	Essen	21h 25m	05:15	STR Airport	No tags
	04:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 30m	12:45	STR Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 30m	13:45	Hbf	No tags
	21:00	Essen	22h 15m	19:15	STR Airport	No tags
	06:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 50m	15:05	STR Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 1m	17:46	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:09 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 12 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 220, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17train per day

3h 12mAverage duration

335 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceSEK 293 - SEK 1 800	Average duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceSEK 220 - SEK 2 308	Average duration3h 12m	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

3.5/513 118 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512 214 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Stuttgart by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at SEK 293. The average price for this route is around SEK 482. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Stuttgart?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Stuttgart is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 340 km. The fastest bus gets 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 04:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Stuttgart?
A bus trip from Essen to Stuttgart produces an estimated 8.4926 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 12194 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 offers the most punctual service from Essen to Stuttgart?
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 Essen to Stuttgart?
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.

Best price found

30/07

SEK 1 196

31/07

SEK 1 555

Today

SEK 426

02/08

SEK 1 498

03/08

SEK 1 095

04/08

No data

05/08

SEK 858

06/08

SEK 1 087

The cheapest trip from Essen to Stuttgart was searched and found on 01 Aug 2026 with a price of SEK 426

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 SEK 426 to SEK 1 959 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 SEK 858, which is on 2026-08-05.