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Essen to Stuttgart Hbf trains

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The average train between Essen and Stuttgart Hbf takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Stuttgart Hbf. 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 21m
Duration
427 km
Distance
€80
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Essen to Stuttgart Hbf train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Essen and Stuttgart Hbf. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Stuttgart Hbf at 3:33 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 4h 33m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 9, 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 10, 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 11, 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 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 46m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 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 14, 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 3h 46m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Stuttgart Hbf? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 426.7 km
  • Duration: 3h 21m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €65–140 and the journey takes 2h 57m.

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