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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Ettal is to train which costs €28 - €70 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Ettal is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Stuttgart and Ettal?

No, there is no direct bus from Stuttgart to Ettal. However, there are services departing from Stuttgart and arriving at Ettal Klostergasthof via Munich central bus station and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Ettal?

The distance between Stuttgart and Ettal is 350 km. The road distance is 260.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Ettal without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs €28 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Stuttgart to Ettal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Ettal bus from?

Stuttgart to Ettal bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Stuttgart station.

Train or bus from Stuttgart to Ettal?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Ettal is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs €28 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Stuttgart to Ettal bus arrive?

Stuttgart to Ettal bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at München, ZOB station.

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Ettal?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Ettal is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Stuttgart to Ettal.

Where can I stay near Ettal?

There are 2659+ hotels available in Ettal.

Stuttgart to Ettal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stuttgart to Ettal by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain 62
5h 15m
€28–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stuttgart to München, ZOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen stationbus 040 / ...
5h 49m
Drive 260.2 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Ettalcar 260.2 km
2h 41m
€37–53
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Pasingtrain 42 / ...
2. Take the train from Pasing to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6 / ...
5h 26m
€35–81

Stuttgart to Ettal by train and bus

3Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 349.9 km
Duration: 5h 15m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Garmisch-Partenkirchen 3 times a week. Tickets cost €28–70 and the journey takes 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuttgart to Ettal Klostergasthof via Munich central bus station and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 5h 49m.

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