- Must visit
Mercedes-Benz Museum
Flagship automotive museum with iconic architecture and a comprehensive history of Mercedes-Benz and mobility.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
6
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bonn to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bonn to Stuttgart will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Bonn to Stuttgart without transferring at least once.
IC 1940 · ICE 575
ICE 25 · ICE 915
IC 5107 · ICE 515
28508 · ICE 103 · ICE 2583
25414 · ICE 915
10608 · ICE 915
IC 5107 · ICE 515
25414 · ICE 915
28508 · ICE 103 · ICE 2583
ICE 25 · ICE 915Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bonn to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $201.
Distance: 164 miles (264 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $428 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg 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 Bonn to Stuttgart:
A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bonn to Stuttgart costing on average $77 (€62).
A bus is $397 (€321) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bonn to Stuttgart costing on average $428 (€347).
Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 41m.
Flight takes on average 5h 14m.
You'll arrive about 46m sooner (3h 8m by train vs 3h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $77 (€62) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bonn to Stuttgart trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
28516 · ICE 107 · ICE 597 | On time 12:04 PM Bonn Hbf | 3h07 | 3:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
STR 66 · ICE 1517 · ICE 107 · ICE 597 | On time 12:07 PM Bonn Hbf | 3h04 | 3:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 29 · ICE 919 | Delayed 10:15 AM 12:14 PMBonn Hbf | 3h19 | 3:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
25422 · ICE 919 | On time 12:33 PM Bonn Hbf | 3h00 | 3:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
STR 66 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 | On time 12:57 PM Bonn Hbf | 2h36 | 3:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
28508 · ICE 103 · ICE 2583 | On time 8:04 AM Bonn Hbf | 3h07 | 11:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 25 · ICE 915 | On time 8:14 AM Bonn Hbf | 3h19 | 11:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
25414 · ICE 915 | On time 8:33 AM Bonn Hbf | 3h00 | 11:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10608 · ICE 915 | On time 8:47 AM Bonn-Beuel station | 2h46 | 11:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 1940 · ICE 575 | On time 9:14 AM Bonn Hbf | 3h24 | 12:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 5107 · ICE 515 | On time 9:23 AM Bonn Hbf | 2h48 | 12:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bonn to Stuttgart run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (264 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 164 miles (264 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Flagship automotive museum with iconic architecture and a comprehensive history of Mercedes-Benz and mobility.
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Major art museum known for European masters, modern art, and its celebrated postmodern extension.
Stuttgart’s central square and main gathering place, surrounded by major landmarks and lawns.
Major pedestrian shopping street and one of the city’s busiest, best for experiencing central Stuttgart.
Influential modernist housing estate linked to leading 20th-century architects and design history.
Large Swabian pasta pockets traditionally filled with minced meat, spinach, onions, and herbs, served in broth or pan-fried. They are one of Stuttgart’s signature regional dishes.
Soft egg noodles typical of Swabia, often served as a side or topped with cheese and onions. They are a staple of home-style cooking around Stuttgart.
A richer version of Spätzle baked or tossed with melted cheese and fried onions. It is a beloved comforting dish across the Stuttgart region.
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Traditional Swabian restaurant known for classic regional dishes such as Maultaschen and Rostbraten, served in a cozy old-town tavern setting.
Well-known historic wine tavern serving hearty Swabian cooking and local wines in an intimate, rustic atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Prices are above the German average, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport and bakeries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, usually handed directly to staff.
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