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 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 9 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 245, 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 travelling from Stuttgart to Essen by train
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 train ticket from Stuttgart to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen start from NOK 245. The average price for this train route is around NOK 1 156. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Essen?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Essen is 3h 9m, covering a distance of 335 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Essen?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Essen departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 20:49.
Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 traveller 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 18 May 2026 with a price of NOK 864To 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 NOK 864 to NOK 2 444 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 NOK 864, which is on 2026-05-18.
