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Stuttgart to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Stuttgart and Essen takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Stuttgart to Essen. 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 18m
Duration
427 km
Distance
€100
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Stuttgart to Essen train times

Trains run hourly between Stuttgart and Essen. The earliest departure is at 2:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Stuttgart is at 7:49 PM which arrives into Essen at 10:58 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 426.7 km
  • Duration: 3h 18m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €80–190 and the journey takes 2h 56m.

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