The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Ellwangen
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$16
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$31
Fastest journey on Sep 19
59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
59 m
Trains on Sep 19
42
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Ellwangen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Ellwangen will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 42 trains from Stuttgart to Ellwangen, including 28 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
IC 20636:05 AM1h04Stuttgart Hbf7:09 AMEllwangen station$161One-way0 transfers
IC 206710:09 AM0h59Stuttgart Hbf11:08 AMEllwangen station$221One-way0 transfers
IC 206912:08 PM1h00Stuttgart Hbf1:08 PMEllwangen station$221One-way0 transfers
IC 21612:08 PM1h00Stuttgart Hbf3:08 PMEllwangen station$221One-way0 transfers
IC 21634:09 PM0h59Stuttgart Hbf5:08 PMEllwangen station$221One-way0 transfers
IC 206710:09 AM0h59Stuttgart Hbf11:08 AMEllwangen station$221One-way0 transfers
IC 21634:09 PM0h59Stuttgart Hbf5:08 PMEllwangen station$221One-way0 transfers
IC 21656:09 PM0h59Stuttgart Hbf7:08 PMEllwangen station$221One-way0 transfers
IC 21678:09 PM0h59Stuttgart Hbf9:08 PMEllwangen station$221One-way0 transfers
IC 206912:08 PM1h00Stuttgart Hbf1:08 PMEllwangen station$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Stuttgart to Ellwangen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Ellwangen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 1h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $29 compared to roughly $17 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.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Ellwangen train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Ellwangen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89689 · 19454 | 4:41 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h25 | 7:06 AM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2063 | On time 6:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h04 | 7:09 AM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19455 | 6:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 7:45 AM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19455 | 6:18 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h27 | 7:45 AM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19457 | 7:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 8:45 AM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19457 | 7:20 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 8:45 AM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2065 | On time 8:08 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h01 | 9:09 AM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19445 | 8:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 9:45 AM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19445 | 8:20 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 9:45 AM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
19673 | 9:06 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h05 | 10:11 AM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19461 | 9:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 10:45 AM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19461 | 9:20 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 10:45 AM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2067 | On time 10:09 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0h59 | 11:08 AM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19463 | 10:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 11:45 AM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19463 | 10:20 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 11:45 AM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
19675 | 11:06 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h05 | 12:11 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19465 | 11:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 12:45 PM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19465 | 11:20 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 12:45 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2069 | On time 12:08 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h00 | 1:08 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19467 | 12:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 1:45 PM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19467 | 12:20 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 1:45 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
19677 | 1:06 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h05 | 2:11 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
19469 | 1:21 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h24 | 2:45 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2161 | On time 2:08 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h00 | 3:08 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19471 | 2:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 3:45 PM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19471 | 2:20 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 3:45 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
19679 | 3:06 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h05 | 4:11 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19473 | 3:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 4:45 PM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19473 | 3:20 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 4:45 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2163 | On time 4:09 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0h59 | 5:08 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19447 | 4:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 5:45 PM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19447 | 4:20 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 5:45 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
19681 | 5:06 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h05 | 6:11 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19477 | 5:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 6:45 PM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19477 | 5:20 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 6:45 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2165 | On time 6:09 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0h59 | 7:08 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S3 · 19479 | 6:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h30 | 7:45 PM Ellwangen station | 1 transfer | |
19479 | 6:20 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 7:45 PM Ellwangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Ellwangen
Trains from Stuttgart to Ellwangen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (73 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 45 miles (73 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Regional, Intercity from Stuttgart to Ellwangen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Regional, Intercity trains will get you between Stuttgart and Ellwangen from $9. 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.
Intercity
Regional
FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Ellwangen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Ellwangen 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 Ellwangen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stuttgart to Ellwangen
Most Stuttgart to Ellwangen trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Ellwangen station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Ellwangen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stuttgart station do trains to Ellwangen leave from?
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.
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf (tief) from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
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.
Which Ellwangen station do trains from Stuttgart arrive at?
Getting to Ellwangen from Ellwangen city centre
Ellwangen train station facilities and services
Ellwangen 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: Saloniki, Le Palme, Zur Kanzlei, Weinstube Kanne
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ellwangen. ATMs are available at Ellwangen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ellwangen. Information desks are available at Ellwangen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ellwangen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ellwangen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ellwangen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ellwangen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Königin Olga, Sebcity Hotel.
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