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What is the best way to travel from Essen to Stuttgart?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses, Carpool and Flights for the journey to Stuttgart from Essen. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 35m
$34
$37
2
Train
3h 8m
$31
$37
82
Car
4h 30m
$25
$40
3
Flight
2h 40m
$98
$210
68

What is the cheapest way to reach Stuttgart from Essen?

You can get to Stuttgart with just $25 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Wednesday
from $32
Thursday
from $31
Friday
from $123
Saturday
from $37
Sunday
from $25
Monday
from $153
Tuesday
from $48

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 53m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:53 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 52m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:52 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 34m
    0
    5:34 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:08 PM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $42
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:05 AM
    Stuttgart
    Vaihingen Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Wizz Air
    22h 0m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    7:20 AM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $98
  • LC Perú
    8h 55m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    6:00 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $128
  • Eurowings
    6h 40m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:20 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $148

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 11m
    0
    1:09 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:20 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 34m
    0
    5:34 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:08 PM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 38m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    8:08 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:20 PM
    Stuttgart
    Zuffenhausen Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:05 AM
    Stuttgart
    Vaihingen Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Wizz Air
    22h 0m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    7:20 AM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $123
  • LC Perú
    6h 0m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    2:25 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $179
  • Lufthansa
    2h 55m
    0
    10:45 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:40 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $229

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    10h 15m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:20 PM
    Stuttgart
    Zuffenhausen Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:05 AM
    Stuttgart
    Vaihingen Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Eurowings
    6h 0m
    0
    4:50 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:50 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $231
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    15h 10m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:15 AM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $260
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    19h 20m
    0
    2:55 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:15 AM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from $273

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 30m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Essen
    11:30 AM
    Stuttgart
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $25
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 0m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Essen
    8:30 PM
    Stuttgart
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $42
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Essen
    7:50 PM
    Stuttgart
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $47
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 4m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    3:04 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 34m
    0
    5:34 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:08 PM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 8m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    9:08 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $55
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:05 AM
    Stuttgart
    Vaihingen Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:20 PM
    Stuttgart
    Zuffenhausen Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Wizz Air
    22h 0m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    7:20 AM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $153
  • Vueling Airlines
    11h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    8:00 AM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $171
  • LC Perú
    6h 0m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    2:25 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $182

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 0m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Essen
    7:40 PM
    Stuttgart
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $48
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • AJet
    17h 0m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:15 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $139
  • Wizz Air
    21h 25m
    0
    3:55 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    1:20 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $141
  • Pegasus Airlines
    9h 0m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    4:55 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $151

What are the fastest trips from Essen to Stuttgart?

You can get to Stuttgart from Essen in just 2h 40m with a Flight from Lufthansa. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 2h 40m
Thursday
from 3h 22m
Friday
from 2h 55m
Saturday
from 2h 45m
Sunday
from 3h 8m
Monday
from 4h 0m
Tuesday
from 4h 30m

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Lufthansa
    2h 40m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    5:50 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $253
  • Skyscanner
    6h 20m
    0
    4:50 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:10 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $171
  • Eurowings
    6h 40m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:20 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $148
  • Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 34m
    0
    5:34 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:08 PM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 52m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:52 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 53m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:53 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:05 AM
    Stuttgart
    Vaihingen Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 22m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    12:22 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 29m
    0
    7:39 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:08 PM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 38m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    8:08 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:05 AM
    Stuttgart
    Vaihingen Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:20 PM
    Stuttgart
    Zuffenhausen Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Lufthansa
    2h 55m
    0
    10:45 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:40 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $229
  • LC Perú
    6h 0m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    2:25 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $179
  • Condor
    21h 35m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    12:45 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $297

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Lufthansa
    2h 45m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:00 AM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $323
  • Eurowings
    6h 0m
    0
    4:50 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:50 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $231
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    15h 10m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:15 AM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $260
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:05 AM
    Stuttgart
    Vaihingen Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    10h 15m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:20 PM
    Stuttgart
    Zuffenhausen Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 8m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    9:08 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $55
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 4m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    3:04 AM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 34m
    0
    5:34 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:08 PM
    Stuttgart
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $52
  • Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 30m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Essen
    11:30 AM
    Stuttgart
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $25
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 0m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Essen
    8:30 PM
    Stuttgart
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $42
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Essen
    7:50 PM
    Stuttgart
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $47
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    7h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:05 AM
    Stuttgart
    Vaihingen Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    10h 35m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:20 PM
    Stuttgart
    Zuffenhausen Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Avion Express
    4h 0m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:45 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Avion Express
    Economy
    from $232
  • Eurowings
    4h 55m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:40 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $244
  • LC Perú
    6h 0m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    2:25 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $182

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    4h 30m
    0
    5:40 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:10 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $267
  • Eurowings
    5h 20m
    0
    4:50 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:10 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $238
  • Pegasus Airlines
    9h 0m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    4:55 PM
    Stuttgart Airport
    Stuttgart Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 0m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Essen
    7:40 PM
    Stuttgart
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $48
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Essen to Stuttgart

What are the most popular stations in Essen and Stuttgart?

In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Stuttgart you will be arriving at Central Station, Vaihingen Station or Arnulf-Klett-Platz Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Stuttgart from Essen? With 7 connections between 3 Train, Bus, Carpool and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Stuttgart, you can pay as low as $25 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Lufthansa: you will get to Stuttgart in just 2h 40m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Stuttgart are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Stuttgart is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Weilimdorf, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Stuttgart Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Stuttgart?

The most popular companies between Essen and Stuttgart, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Wizz Air, Eurowings, LC Perú and 11 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Stuttgart

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Stuttgart. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Essen to Stuttgart

How can I reach Stuttgart from Essen?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Train, Bus, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Stuttgart from Essen.

How far is Stuttgart from Essen?

The distance between Essen and Stuttgart is 208.7 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Stuttgart?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 57 kgs, and a flight 83 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Stuttgart?

You can get to Stuttgart with just $25 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Stuttgart in just 2h 40m with a Flight from Lufthansa.

More routes to Essen and to Stuttgart

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Stuttgart. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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