How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart start from R 146. The average price for this train route is around R 727. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 154 km. The quickest train can get you there in 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

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

Several major train operators serve this route, with 44 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 22:03.

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

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 Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?

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

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

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 Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?

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 Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart from R 93 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:36	Südbahnhof	1h 47m	13:23	Hbf	Cheapest
	06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 18m	08:08	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	17:40	FRA Frankfurt airport	3h 39m	21:19	Hbf	No tags
	15:37	Südbahnhof	1h 53m	17:30	Hbf	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:53	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 36m	08:29	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart on 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:37	Südbahnhof	1h 53m	17:30	Hbf	Cheapest
	06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 18m	08:08	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	3h 15m	17:30	Hbf	No tags
	11:36	Südbahnhof	1h 47m	13:23	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:30	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	1h 38m	08:08	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart on 14 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:03	Südbahnhof	1h 42m	21:45	Hbf	Cheapest
	09:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 18m	10:38	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	3h 27m	17:42	Hbf	No tags
	16:03	Südbahnhof	1h 39m	17:42	Hbf	No tags
	06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:03	Südbahnhof	1h 39m	17:42	Hbf	Cheapest
	13:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 18m	14:38	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	3h 27m	17:42	Hbf	No tags
	20:03	Südbahnhof	1h 42m	21:45	Hbf	No tags
	06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:03	Südbahnhof	1h 42m	21:45	Hbf	Cheapest
13:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 18m	14:38	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:03	Südbahnhof	1h 42m	21:45	Hbf	Cheapest
13:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 18m	14:38	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:03	Südbahnhof	1h 42m	21:45	Hbf	Cheapest
	13:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 18m	14:38	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	3h 27m	17:42	Hbf	No tags
	12:03	Südbahnhof	1h 43m	13:46	Hbf	No tags
	06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:03	Südbahnhof	1h 43m	13:46	Hbf	Cheapest
	13:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 18m	14:38	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	3h 27m	17:42	Hbf	No tags
	16:03	Südbahnhof	1h 39m	17:42	Hbf	No tags
	06:50	Frankfurt Hbf	1h 21m	08:11	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:38 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 178, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

153 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 189 - R 2 642	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 146 - R 2 698	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 178 - R 564	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

Frankfurt am Main

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Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Stuttgart

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Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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Stuttgart Airport
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Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/511 578 reviews

Staff4.2

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 Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart 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 Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart start from R 146. The average price for this train route is around R 727. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 154 km. The quickest train can get you there in 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 44 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 22:03.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?
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 Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?
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 Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart?
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

10/12

R 165

11/12

R 166

Today

R 271

13/12

R 208

14/12

R 250

15/12

R 157

16/12

R 156

17/12

R 156

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 156

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

You can expect to pay from R 156 to R 2 850 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 156, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.