The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Stuttgart
Cheapest price
$161
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 35 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
1377 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Stuttgart will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Stuttgart without transferring at least once.
4004 · 304883:30 PM27h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:15 PMStuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB$1611One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus+
FlixTrain3:55 PM31h51Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses11:46 PMStuttgart$1701One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:50 PM31h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:25 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe$1721One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:50 PM31h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:05 AMStuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof$1721One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:55 PM32h20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses12:15 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe$1731One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus4:40 PM26h40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:20 PMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe$1971One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:55 PM27h25Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:20 PMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe$2101One-way2 transfers
4004 · 304883:30 PM27h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:15 PMStuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB$1611One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus2:50 PM27h50Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses6:40 PMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe$2011One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus8:50 PM28h15Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)1:05 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe$1881One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Stuttgart
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a train costs an average of $338.
Distance: 855 miles (1377 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$126 Average price Cheapest | $309 Average price | $339 Average price | $351 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
26h 11m Average total duration 25h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 48m Average total duration 37h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.4 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.1 - 8.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Stuttgart:
A bus is $183 (€148) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Stuttgart costing on average $309 (€249).
A bus is $213 (€172) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Stuttgart costing on average $339 (€274).
Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:
Bus takes on average 25h 41m.
Train takes on average 37h 18m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Madrid to Stuttgart Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 27h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 27h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 36h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 28h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 31h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 29h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 38h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 05:42PM | Duration 42h17 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 31h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 31h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $134 |
Live departures
Madrid to Stuttgart bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Stuttgart buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 27h50 | 6:40 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 26h52 | 5:42 PM Stuttgart | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 28h50 | 9:30 PM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 26h40 | 7:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 28h40 | 1:05 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 28h15 | 1:05 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 31h15 | 4:05 AM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 31h15 | 4:05 AM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 31h35 | 4:25 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 2 transfers | |
3160 · 30492 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 29h40 | 4:10 AM Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 38h50 | 1:45 PM Stuttgart | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 31h35 | 7:10 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 37h55 | 1:30 PM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 37h31 | 1:30 PM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 31h11 | 7:10 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Stuttgart
Buses from Madrid to Stuttgart run on average 11 times per day, taking around 25h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 855 miles (1377 km) distance in 26h 40m.
Distance 855 miles (1377 km) |
Average bus duration 25h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 26h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Madrid to StuttgartYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Stuttgart with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $75 (€60). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Stuttgart
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Stuttgart by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Mercedes-Benz Museum, an architectural marvel showcasing the history of the automobile and the brand's innovations
- Stuttgart State Gallery, a renowned art museum featuring works from the 14th to the 21st century
- Wilhelma Zoo and Botanical Garden, a unique combination of a zoo and botanical garden with diverse plant and animal species
- Stuttgart TV Tower, an iconic structure offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding areas
- Schlossplatz, the largest square in Stuttgart, surrounded by historic buildings and a hub for cultural events.
- Explore the vibrant Markthalle, a bustling market hall offering a variety of local and international delicacies
- Take a leisurely walk through the beautiful Killesberg Park, known for its stunning gardens and scenic views
- Visit the Porsche Museum to discover the history and innovation of another iconic German car brand
- Enjoy a performance at the Stuttgart Opera House, renowned for its world-class productions
- Experience the lively atmosphere of the Cannstatter Volksfest, one of the largest beer festivals in the world.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Stuttgart
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Local Bakery (in the station)
- Available outside the station for convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, X3 Train: S2, S3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Swabian Delights (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, 828 Train: S2, S3
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