- Must visit
Mercedes-Benz Museum
Iconic automobile museum tracing the history of Mercedes-Benz through landmark vehicles, design, and technology. One of Stuttgart’s signature attractions.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Stuttgart will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 4 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Flughafen for Stuttgart on Sun, May 31, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$45 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Stuttgart:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Stuttgart costing on average $45 (€36).
Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 49m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (1h 27m by train vs 1h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€36) compared to roughly $34 (€27) 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 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Stuttgart trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:03 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1h42 | 7:45 PM Stuttgart | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h06 | 9:51 PM Stuttgart | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FlixTrain | 12:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 1h42 | 1:45 PM Stuttgart | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Stuttgart run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 12:00 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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Iconic automobile museum tracing the history of Mercedes-Benz through landmark vehicles, design, and technology. One of Stuttgart’s signature attractions.
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Major art museum with renowned collections spanning Old Masters to modern and contemporary works, plus a celebrated postmodern building extension.
Stuttgart’s main pedestrian shopping boulevard linking the station area with Schlossplatz. Always lively and a core route for first-time visitors.
Historic square beside the Old Castle and Stiftskirche, known for its traditional atmosphere, weekly market, and well-preserved setting.
Beloved local viewpoint above the city with classic Stuttgart panoramas. Popular for relaxed walks, photos, and skyline views.
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.
A classic Swabian comfort dish of lentils in a tangy gravy served with soft egg noodles, often with sausage on the side. A meat-free version is common.
Soft Swabian egg noodles layered with melted cheese and topped with fried onions. This rich alpine-style dish is popular across Stuttgart and the wider region.
Celebrated fine-dining destination on a hillside above Stuttgart, known for refined cuisine, polished service, and panoramic views.
Well-known upscale restaurant and boutique hotel with creative fine dining in central Stuttgart. Stylish setting and strong reputation for modern cuisine.
Established traditional Swabian restaurant known for classic regional dishes, local wines, and a cozy historic tavern atmosphere.
Prices are above the German average, especially for hotels and dining, but supermarkets and transit help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxis and leave small change at cafes or bars.
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