Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | STR Airport | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
| Vaihingen Bf | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
| STR Airport | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | STR Airport | HBF | No tags | |||||
| STR Airport | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | 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 R 759, 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 from Stuttgart to Essen 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 Stuttgart to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Essen start at R 590. The average price for this route is around R 1 248. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 341 km. The fastest bus gets 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 trip from Stuttgart to Essen produces an estimated 8.5131 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 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 11809 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Essen?
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 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 02 Jun 2026 with a price of R 637To 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 R 637 to R 2 290 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 R 717, which is on 2026-06-05.
