Train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen

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Next departures from Stuttgart to Essen on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    STR Airport
    HBFCheapest
    Deutsche Bahn ICE
      Stuttgart Hbf
      Essen Central Train StationFastest
      Flixbus + Flixtrain
        STR Airport
        HBFNo tags
        Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
          Stuttgart Hbf
          Essen Central Train StationNo tags
          Deutsche Bahn ICE
            Stuttgart Hbf
            Essen Central Train StationNo tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Essen

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            6carpool per day
            4h 20mAverage duration
            335 kmDistance
            14kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$28 - US$196Average duration20h 25m
            9kg CO₂e
            Average priceUS$21 - US$247Average duration3h 14m
            8kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average priceUS$27 - US$48Average duration4h 20m
            14kg CO₂e

            Train Stuttgart to Essen: Trip Overview

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            Average ticket priceUS$89
            Average train trip duration3h 14m
            Number of daily trains13
            Earliest train departure06:36
            Distance334 km
            Latest train departure20:51

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Stuttgart - Essen

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Essen cost?

              The average train ticket price from Stuttgart to Essen is US$89. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Stuttgart to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the train trip from Stuttgart to Essen?

              A train trip between Stuttgart and Essen is around 3h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 335 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Stuttgart and Essen?

              The number of trains from Stuttgart to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Stuttgart to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Stuttgart to Essen?

              When taking the train from Stuttgart to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Stuttgart to Essen?

              Trains travelling between Stuttgart and Essen leave from Hbf or Stuttgart Airport and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.

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            To 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 US$53 to US$223 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 US$57, which is on 2025-11-03.

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            No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Essen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

            By choosing the train between Stuttgart and Essen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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            Did you know?

            Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

            The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

            Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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