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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Stuttgart West, Leonberg | Cheapest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Vaihingen Bf | Fastest | |||||
 | Essen | STR Airport | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | STR Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Stuttgart
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Stuttgart?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Stuttgart
- BArnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
- CWestrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
- DKornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
- E
Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Stuttgart by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Stuttgart?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Stuttgart start from $30. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Stuttgart?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Stuttgart is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 214 miles (344 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Stuttgart route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Stuttgart?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Stuttgart at 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Stuttgart?
A bus trip from Essen to Stuttgart generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11357 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Stuttgart?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Stuttgart was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Stuttgart, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $114 for a bus ticket from Essen to Stuttgart based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-01-10.
