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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen Hbf and Stuttgart takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen Hbf to Stuttgart. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 16m
Duration
427 km
Distance
€75
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Essen Hbf to Stuttgart train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Essen Hbf and Stuttgart. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Stuttgart at 3:33 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 46m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 46m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 46m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 46m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 426.7 km
  • Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Stuttgart, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €60–130 and the journey takes 2h 57m.

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