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Compare bus and train for Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 201 miles (324 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$76 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport:
A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport costing on average $76.
Other travel options to Dortmund Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (4h 13m by train vs 4h 40m by car). Tickets start at around $76 compared to roughly $75 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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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport
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Trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 but you can travel from only $29 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 10:14. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 10:14 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Stuttgart and Dortmund Airport from $29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Dortmund 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 Dortmund Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport
Most Stuttgart to Dortmund Airport trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Dortmund Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) train station facilities and services
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
Getting to Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt is 3 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Sailer, Café 44, Schnell Imbiss, Cafe am Rathaus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. ATMs are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Information desks are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Attimo Hotel Stuttgart, Attimo Dependance Zimmer, Hotel Krone, Hotel Lamm.
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