Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$22

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$76

Fastest journey on Sep 20

2 h 1 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

2 h 1 m

Trains on Sep 20

12

Distance

162 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf without transferring at least once.

  • Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 616 · ICE 378
    5:08 AM2h01
    Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    7:09 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    $221One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 694
    6:08 AM2h01
    Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    8:09 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 698
    12:08 AM3h11
    Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    3:19 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    $341One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 618
    1:08 AM3h30
    Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    4:38 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnS3 · ICE 1092
    3:18 PM2h26
    Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
    5:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    $761One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a flight costs an average of $290.

Distance: 100 miles (162 km)

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Driving

$81

Average price

$290

Average price

$20

Average price

Cheapest

$37

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 49m

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30m

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3h 30m

Average total duration

1h 30m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 33m

Average total duration

4h 3m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 8m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

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Lufthansa

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Your own car or car rental

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is a bus with an average price of $20.

This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:

A bus is $61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $81.

A bus is $270 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $290.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 49m.

Bus takes on average 4h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 19m sooner (1h 49m by train vs 2h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $81 compared to roughly $37 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

Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 598
On time
12:08 PM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2h01
2:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 578
On time
12:38 PM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2h02
2:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 518 · ICE 315
On time
1:08 PM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2h19
3:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 596
On time
2:08 PM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2h01
4:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Sunday, September 20
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 698
Delayed
12:08 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
3h11
1:19 AM 1:19 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 618
On time
1:08 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
3h30
4:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 616 · ICE 378
On time
5:08 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2h01
7:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 694
On time
6:08 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2h01
8:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 692
On time
8:08 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2h01
10:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 772
On time
8:38 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2h02
10:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 612 · ICE 13
On time
9:08 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe
2h19
11:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

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Trains from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 07:23. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 1h 40m.

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
Distance
100 miles (162 km)
Average train duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$29
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
1h 40m
First train
6:38 AM
Last train
7:23 AM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from $10. 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 40m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
$29
Deutsche Bahn frequency
14 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

TGV

About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TGV Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest TGV Price
$29
TGV frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $29, while the average price is around $81.
The train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf takes 1h 40m and runs 9 per day.
The distance by train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 100 miles (162 km).
The first train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 6:38 AM.
The last train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 7:23 AM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
There is no direct train service currently available from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $10.
Yes, a day trip is feasible as the journey takes 1h 40m each way, covering a distance of 100 miles (162 km). Trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Since both Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf include Cologne, Heidelberg, Stuttgart, Würzburg, Mannheim.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

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

Departure train stations in Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Stuttgart Flughafen/MesseStuttgart Flughafen/Messe, Flughafenstrasse, 70629 Leinfelden - EchterdingenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe from Leinfelden-Echterdingen city centre

Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe is 1 km from Leinfelden-Echterdingen city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS2, S3 · 27m · $6 · every ~9 min
BusN8 · 47m · $4
X60 · 53m · every ~3 min
SubwayU6 · 31m · $4 · every ~12 min
U6 · 32m · $4 · every ~12 min

Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe train station facilities and services

Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe 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: Trollinger, Curry 23, Restaurant am Wasser, Snack n Travel

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe. Information desks are available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport.

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