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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart Hbf to Essen is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart Hbf to Essen is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €80 - €160.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart Hbf and Essen?

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

How far is it from Stuttgart Hbf to Essen?

The distance between Stuttgart Hbf and Essen is 427 km. The road distance is 405.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart Hbf to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €80 - €160.

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

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

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

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

Train or fly from Stuttgart Hbf to Essen?

The best way to get from Stuttgart Hbf to Essen is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €80 - €160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €130 - €380 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Stuttgart Hbf to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stuttgart Hbf to Essen?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2797+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Stuttgart Hbf to Essen?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 47 / ...
2h 56m
€80–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart to Essenrideshare 406.8 km
5h 24m
€22
Drive 405.8 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart Hbf to Essencar 405.8 km
4h
€60–87
Fly from Stuttgart Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane STR - DUS
4h 52m
€130–373
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3h 39m
€122–235
Train to Munich International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 30m
€119–354

Stuttgart Hbf to Essen by train

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Distance: 426.7 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €80–160 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City, and three other airlines fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) every 2 hours.

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