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Limesmuseum Aalen
Aalen's flagship archaeology museum presents the largest Roman cavalry fort north of the Alps with finds, reconstructions, and family-friendly exhibits.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$6
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$29
Fastest journey on Sep 19
48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
49 m
Trains on Sep 19
27
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Aalen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Aalen will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 27 trains from Stuttgart to Aalen, including 21 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 50 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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IC 2065Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Aalen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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$31 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (58m by train vs 1h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $31 compared to roughly $15 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, Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH.
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 Stuttgart to Aalen trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:15 AM Stuttgart | 1h05 | 6:20 AM Aalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:08 AM Stuttgart | 0h50 | 6:58 AM Aalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:08 AM Stuttgart | 0h50 | 7:58 AM Aalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Stuttgart | 1h35 | 9:50 AM Aalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:17 AM Stuttgart | 2h07 | 10:24 AM Aalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Stuttgart | 1h05 | 3:20 PM Aalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Aalen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
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Discover the best of Aalen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aalen trip today.
Aalen's flagship archaeology museum presents the largest Roman cavalry fort north of the Alps with finds, reconstructions, and family-friendly exhibits.
Interactive cave visitor center at the famous spring cave, explaining geology, water, and karst landscapes in an accessible way.
Former iron ore mine with underground tours and industrial heritage displays, one of the region's most distinctive museum experiences.
Scenic source area where the Kocher begins, celebrated for clear water, karst geology, and easy nature walks near Unterkochen.
Aalen's central square anchors the old town with historic buildings, markets, and a lively atmosphere ideal for first-time visitors.
Pedestrian-friendly historic core with shops, churches, and remnants of old fortifications, best explored on a relaxed walking circuit.
Swabian egg noodles, often served with lentils or roast gravy. They are a defining comfort food across Baden-Württemberg and common in local homes and inns.
Pan-fried Spätzle mixed with melted cheese and topped with onions. A beloved Swabian staple found in traditional taverns around Aalen.
Thin beef rolls filled with bacon, onions and pickles, then braised in gravy. A classic festive dish in Swabia and southern Germany.
Established restaurant near Aalen with refined regional cuisine and seasonal menus in an elegant, quiet setting.
Traditional Swabian brewery restaurant in Aalen-Wasseralfingen, known for local beer and hearty regional dishes in a classic inn atmosphere.
Well-known traditional venue serving Swabian specialties, local meats and comfort food in a relaxed guesthouse style.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than in Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and daily essentials stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Aalen Hbf -> Marktplatz, Aalen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Aalen 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 Aalen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stuttgart to Aalen trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Aalen station pair, with some services arriving at Goldshöfe. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Aalen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart 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 options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt is 3 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt 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 options include: Sailer, Café 44, Schnell Imbiss, Cafe am Rathaus
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. ATMs are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Information desks are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Nearby hotels include Attimo Hotel Stuttgart, Attimo Dependance Zimmer, Hotel Krone, Hotel Lamm.
Aalen 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 options include: Bäckerei/Konditorei Schmid, Café Bistro, Ristorante Da Vito, Eiscafé Venezia
Wi-Fi is available at Aalen. ATMs are available at Aalen.
Ticket office support is available at Aalen. Information desks are available at Aalen.
Luggage storage is available at Aalen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aalen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aalen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aalen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Rad, Ratshotel, City Hotel Antik, Hotel zum Weissen Ochsen.
Goldshöfe is 6 km from Aalen city centre. Public transport options include:
Goldshöfe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Goldshöfe. ATMs are available at Goldshöfe.
Ticket office support is available at Goldshöfe. Information desks are available at Goldshöfe.
Luggage storage is available at Goldshöfe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Goldshöfe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Goldshöfe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Goldshöfe.
Hofen(b Aalen) is 4 km from Aalen city centre. Public transport options include:
Hofen(b Aalen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Nagler, Gasthaus "Frische Quelle"
Wi-Fi is available at Hofen(b Aalen). ATMs are available at Hofen(b Aalen).
Ticket office support is available at Hofen(b Aalen). Information desks are available at Hofen(b Aalen).
Luggage storage is available at Hofen(b Aalen). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hofen(b Aalen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hofen(b Aalen): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hofen(b Aalen).
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