What is the cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €80 - €190.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Stuttgart and Essen Hbf is 427 km. The road distance is 406 km.

How do I travel from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €80 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf?

The train from Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf takes 2h 56m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Essen Hbf train from?

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

Train or fly from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €80 - €190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €110 - €270 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Stuttgart to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Essen Hbf is 406 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 754+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Stuttgart and Essen Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Stuttgart to Essen Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Stuttgart to Essen Hbf by train, car, plane, or rideshare

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 47 / ...
2h 56m
€80–190
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart to Essenrideshare 406.8 km
5h 19m
€22
Drive 406 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Essen Hbfcar 406 km
4h
€57–83
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane STR - DUS
5h 19m
€113–269
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3h 34m
€112–229
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane STR - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain
4h 24m
€145–257

Stuttgart to Essen Hbf by train

84Weekly Trains

2h 56mAverage Duration

€80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 426.7 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Stuttgart, Germany and Essen Hbf, 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. Alternatively, Lufthansa flies from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) 4 times a day.

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