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Stuttgart, Germany → Essen, Germany

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Four ways to Travel from Stuttgart to Essen

Composite routes from Stuttgart to Essen

Cheapest
3 h 50 min
Car
426 km.
from $23
Fastest
1 h 5 min
Plane
Other
4 h 13 min
Bus
469 km.
from €66.98
3 h 50 min
Rideshare
426 km.
from $16.21

Transport providers

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$455.68–$1,202.49

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$759.47
Plane from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$354.42
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$316.44

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Friday
Estimated price:
$164.55–$392.39

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$316.44–$759.47

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$44.30
Train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Hauptbahnhof to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$82.28–$101.26
Train from Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$43.04
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$69.62–$82.28
Train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$48.10–$54.43
Train from Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$75.95

Railjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/railjet
Train from Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$24.05–$36.71

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Stuttgart to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.82

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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