What is the cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart?

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart is to bus which costs €30 - €70 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart?

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Stuttgart?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Hauptbahnhof. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Stuttgart is 430 km. The road distance is 415.9 km.

How do I travel from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart without a car?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart without a car is to train via Essen Hbf which takes 4h 11m and costs €30 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart is to train via Essen Hbf which takes 4h 11m and costs €30 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart is 416 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart.

How do I get a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart?

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Where can I stay near Stuttgart?

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Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Essen Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hauptbahnhof42 / ...
4h 11m
€33–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Stuttgart, Vaihingen BahnhofN27
8h 59m
€33–70
Drive 415.9 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart415.9 km
4h 3m
€60–86
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Stuttgart Airport
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)DUS - STR
5h 5m
€119–296
Train
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Hauptbahnhof47 / ...
4h 38m
€65–180
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Hauptbahnhof
4h 15m
€112–260
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Stuttgart Airport
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)FRA - STR
4h 38m
€130–272

Gelsenkirchen to Stuttgart by train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 430 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €30–130 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof 5 times a week. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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