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Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €99. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €99, and a train costs an average of €584.
Distance: 742 miles (1195 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€584 Average price | €279 Average price | €152 Average price Cheapest | €114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 28m Average total duration 18h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 39h 9m Average total duration 38h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Aberdeen:
A bus is €127 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Aberdeen costing on average €279.
A bus is €432 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Aberdeen costing on average €584.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 58m.
Bus takes on average 38h 39m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (18h 58m by train vs 19h 1m by car). Tickets start at around €584 compared to roughly €114 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.
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Trains from Stuttgart to Aberdeen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €584 but you can travel from only €99 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 15:16, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 742 miles (1195 km) distance in 13h 56m.
Distance 742 miles (1195 km) |
Average train duration 18h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €584 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 13h 56m |
First train 3:16 PM |
Last train 6:00 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Discover the best of Aberdeen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aberdeen trip today.
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Interactive maritime museum on the harbour, covering shipbuilding, fishing, and the offshore industry with excellent harbour views.
Award-winning museum of North Sea oil and gas, with interactive displays on offshore platforms, energy history, and future technology.
Aberdeen's grand main street, lined with granite architecture, shops, theatres, and key civic landmarks through the city centre.
Historic old town around the university, known for cobbled lanes, medieval buildings, and a calm atmosphere away from the centre.
Long sandy beach and promenade popular for walks, sea views, and easy access to leisure areas north of the harbour.
A rich local soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, onion and cream. It is closely tied to Aberdeen’s fishing heritage and is a classic North-East comfort dish.
Traditional Scottish porridge made with oats, often served with salt or cream. Oats are central to regional food culture and a longstanding breakfast staple.
A soft buttered rowie, also called an Aberdeen roll. Its flaky, salty texture makes it a distinctive local bakery specialty from the North-East.
Popular casual seafood spot by the harbour, valued for fresh fish, simple preparation and relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Refined fine dining in a historic setting, known for polished Scottish tasting menus and high-end local produce.
Stylish modern Scottish restaurant with a strong local reputation for seasonal dishes, seafood and carefully sourced produce.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local transit are usually manageable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Aberdeen Airport -> Union Square, Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stuttgart to Aberdeen trains use the Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
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