Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 13

Cheapest price on Sep 13

$47

Average ticket price on Sep 13

$103

Fastest journey on Sep 13

2 h 17 m

Average journey duration on Sep 13

2 h 22 m

Trains on Sep 13

8

Distance

162 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport without transferring at least 2 times.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 9556 · ICE 573 · S2
    8:53 AM2h29
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    11:22 AMStuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    $471One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 9554 · ICE 577 · S2
    12:53 PM2h29
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    3:22 PMStuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    $631One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4559 · ICE 513 · S2
    8:20 AM2h32
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    10:52 AMStuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    $1141One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4609 · ICE 593 · S2
    9:28 AM2h24
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    11:52 AMStuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    $1191One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4563 · ICE 515 · S2
    10:20 AM2h32
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    12:52 PMStuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    $1201One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a flight costs an average of $311.

Distance: 100 miles (162 km)

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Train
Bus
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Driving

$59

Average price

$20

Average price

Cheapest

$311

Average price

$37

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 33m

Average total duration

4h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 33m

Average total duration

1h 33m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 5m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport:

A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport costing on average $59 (€48).

A bus is $291 (€236) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport costing on average $311 (€252).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 33m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart Airport take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 51m.

Bus takes on average 4h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Stuttgart Airport including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 51m by train vs 2h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $59 (€48) compared to roughly $37 (€30) 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.

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.

Live departures

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn4559 · ICE 513 · S28:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h32
10:52 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 9556 · ICE 573 · S2
On time
8:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h29
11:22 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn4609 · ICE 593 · S29:28 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h24
11:52 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn4563 · ICE 515 · S210:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h32
12:52 PM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn4611 · ICE 279 · ICE 515 · S210:35 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h17
12:52 PM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 9554 · ICE 577 · S2
On time
12:53 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h29
3:22 PM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn4617 · ICE 597 · S21:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h24
3:52 PM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 124 · ICE 107 · ICE 597 · S2
On time
1:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h18
3:52 PM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
3 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport

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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 1h 24m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10 (€8)
Distance
100 miles (162 km)
Average train duration
1h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€9)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 24m
First train
6:10 AM
Last train
8:21 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10 (€8)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Stuttgart Airport from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
$37 (€30)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
$11 (€9)
FlixTrain frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stuttgart Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $11 (€9), while the average price is around $59 (€48).
The train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport takes 1h 24m and runs 8 per day.
The first train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport leaves at 6:10 AM.
The distance by train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport is 100 miles (162 km).
The last train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport leaves at 8:21 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $10 (€8).
The train journey from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport offers a mix of urban and natural scenery. Travelers can enjoy views of the Rhine Valley, with its picturesque vineyards and river landscapes, as well as glimpses of charming towns and rolling hills along the way.
A day trip from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 24m and a distance of 100 miles (162 km). Trains operate 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport.
Since both Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Stuttgart Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Stuttgart Airport include Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Crailsheim, Mannheim, Karlsruhe.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport

Most Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Airport trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Stuttgart Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Arrival train stations in Stuttgart
Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · $1 · every ~51 min
BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min
Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · $4 · every ~38 min
SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · $4 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.

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