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 | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Stuttgart Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go 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 PEN 91, 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 traveling from Stuttgart to Essen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen start from PEN 91. The average price for this train route is around PEN 427. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Essen?
The average train ride duration from Stuttgart to Essen is 3h 9m, covering a distance of 208 miles (335 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Stuttgart to Essen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Stuttgart to Essen?
The earliest train departs from Stuttgart to Essen at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 8:49pm.
What 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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Stuttgart to Essen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Essen?
According to Busbud traveler 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 May 18, 2026 with a price of PEN 319To 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 PEN 319 to PEN 903 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 PEN 319 which is on 2026-05-18.
