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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Stuttgart to Essen

Composite routes from Stuttgart to Essen

Cheapest
3 h 59 min
Car
406 km.
from $22
Fastest
1 h 4 min
Plane
Other
4 h 23 min
Bus
447 km.
from €260
Details

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
KLM
Website
Lufthansa
Website
Eurowings
Website
Swiss
Website
KLM
Website
4h 3m
Every day
$455.68–$1,202.49
Lufthansa
Website
3h 15m
Every day
$202.52–$759.47
Eurowings
Website
3h 45m
Tuesday to Friday
$164.55–$392.39
Swiss
Website
3h 15m
Every day
$316.44–$759.47
Train operators
Found: 4
NS
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Railjet
Website
ÖBB EuroCity
Website
NS
Website
1h 13m
Twice daily
$17.72–$44.30
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
3h 1m
Every 4 hours
$82.28–$101.26
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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Railjet
Website
1h 3m
Twice a week
$24.05–$36.71
+43 51717
+43 51717
Call
ÖBB EuroCity
Website
43 min
Once daily
$31.64–$45.57
+43 5 1717
+43 5 1717
Call
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
5h 11m
Twice daily
$26.82
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Essen is to rideshare which costs $23.03 and takes 5h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Essen is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs $70.65 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Essen?

The distance between Stuttgart and Essen is 427 km. The road distance is 431.6 km.

How do I travel from Stuttgart to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs $70.65 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Stuttgart to Essen?

The train from Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf takes 3h 1m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Essen train from?

Stuttgart to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or fly from Stuttgart to Essen?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Essen is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs $70.65 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $152.17 - $413.04 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Stuttgart to Essen train arrive?

Stuttgart to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Essen is 432 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Stuttgart to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Stuttgart to Essen?

Book your Stuttgart to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Stuttgart to Essen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Stuttgart and Essen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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