How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen start from RUB 1,915. The average price for this train route is around RUB 9,035. 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.

Train Stuttgart to Essen from RUB 1,915 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Stuttgart to Essen on May 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:12am	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 46m	1:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	4:11pm	Stuttgart Hbf	4h 47m	8:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	4:37pm	Stuttgart Hbf	4h 13m	8:50pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	5:08pm	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 32m	10:40pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	6:05pm	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 35m	9:40pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

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 RUB 1,915, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17train per day

3h 9mAverage Duration

208 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceRUB 2,037 - RUB 12,962	Average Duration20h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceRUB 1,915 - RUB 14,189	Average Duration3h 9m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Essen?

Stuttgart

A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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B
Stuttgart Airport
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C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany

Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.1

FlixTrain

3.2/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.5

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn

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 RUB 1,915. The average price for this train route is around RUB 9,035. 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.