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

The cheapest way to get from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Schmalkalden and Stuttgart?

No, there is no direct bus from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart. However, there are services departing from Schmalkalden, Auer Tor and arriving at Hauptbf via Zella-Mehlis station and Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof/Busbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Schmalkalden and Stuttgart?

No, there is no direct train from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart. However, there are services departing from Meiningen and arriving at Stuttgart Hbf via Schweinfurt Hbf and Wuerzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart?

The distance between Schmalkalden and Stuttgart is 328 km. The road distance is 271.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart without a car is to train via Schweinfurt which takes 6h 11m and costs €280 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schmalkalden to Stuttgart bus from?

Schmalkalden to Stuttgart bus services, operated by MBB GmbH, depart from Schmalkalden, Auer Tor station.

Where do I catch the Schmalkalden to Stuttgart train from?

Schmalkalden to Stuttgart train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Meiningen station.

Train or bus from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart?

The best way to get from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart is to train via Schweinfurt which takes 6h 11m and costs €280 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Schmalkalden to Stuttgart bus arrive?

Schmalkalden to Stuttgart bus services, operated by MBB GmbH, arrive at Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Schmalkalden to Stuttgart train arrive?

Schmalkalden to Stuttgart train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Schweinfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart?

Yes, the driving distance between Schmalkalden to Stuttgart is 272 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart.

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

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Schmalkalden to Stuttgart - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Schmalkalden to Stuttgart by train, bus, or car

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Train via Schweinfurt
best
1. Take the train from Meiningen to Schweinfurt Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Würzburg Hbftrain Re7
3. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Stuttgart Hbftrain Re
6h 11m
€280–327
Drive 271.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Schmalkalden to Stuttgartcar 271.7 km
2h 53m
€40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schmalkalden, Auer Tor to Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhofbus 447
2. Take the bus from Zella-Mehlis station to Heilbronn central train stationbus
3. Take the bus from Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof/Busbahnhof to Hauptbfbus
6h 48m
Train
1. Take the train from Grimmenthal to Würzburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Stuttgart Hbftrain Re
6h 26m
€56–87
Line 190 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barchfeld to Eisenach, ZOBbus 190
2. Take the train from Eisenach Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 11
6h 31m

Schmalkalden to Stuttgart by bus and train

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Distance: 328 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Schmalkalden, Busbahnhof to Stuttgart Hbf via Meiningen, Busbahnhof, Meiningen, Schweinfurt Hbf, and Wuerzburg Hbf in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schmalkalden, Auer Tor to Hauptbf via Zella-Mehlis station, Heilbronn central train station, and Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof/Busbahnhof in around 6h 48m.

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