How much does a train ticket cost from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main start from €8. The average price for this train route is around €23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?

The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 32m, covering a distance of 151 km. The fastest train gets you there in 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest train from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 21:49.

Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main from €5 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main on 23 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:14	Hbf	1h 41m	09:55	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 17m	08:40	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	12:14	Hbf	1h 41m	13:55	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	4h 11m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main on 24 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Hbf	1h 40m	07:55	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 17m	08:40	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	08:14	Hbf	1h 41m	09:55	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	4h 11m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main on 25 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:14	Hbf	1h 41m	09:55	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 17m	08:40	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	12:14	Hbf	1h 41m	13:55	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	4h 11m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main on 26 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:14	Hbf	1h 41m	09:55	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 17m	08:40	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	12:14	Hbf	1h 41m	13:55	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	4h 11m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:14	Hbf	1h 41m	09:55	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 17m	08:40	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:14	Hbf	1h 41m	09:55	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 17m	08:40	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main on 29 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:14	Hbf	1h 41m	09:55	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 17m	08:40	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	12:14	Hbf	1h 41m	13:55	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	4h 11m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:14	Hbf	1h 41m	09:55	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 17m	08:40	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	12:14	Hbf	1h 41m	13:55	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	4h 11m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 39m	08:15	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:20 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

153 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€11 - €137	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€8 - €151	Average duration1h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€10 - €24	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Frankfurt am Main?

Stuttgart

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

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Visit page
B
Frankfurt Airport

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi1.8

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.2

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/512,136 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main start from €8. The average price for this train route is around €23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 32m, covering a distance of 151 km. The fastest train gets you there in 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 21:49.
Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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.

Best price found

21/01

€47

22/01

€49

Today

€16

24/01

€13

25/01

€9

26/01

€10

27/01

€9

28/01

€8

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €8 to €127 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €8, which is on 2026-01-28.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.