The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Trains per day
77
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 77 trains that leave Stuttgart for Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Jan 01, 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 01 the direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Thu, Jan 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 12 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €98.
Distance: 94 miles (152 km)
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€26 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €158 Average price |
2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 518 | Delayed 1:24 PM 12:49 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 2:32 PM 2:32 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 518 · ICE 370 | Delayed 1:24 PM 12:49 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 2:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 210 | Delayed 1:25 PM 1:05 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h39 | 2:55 PM 2:55 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 916+ 24349 | Delayed 1:28 PM 1:26 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h32 | 2:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 916+ TGV 9583 | Delayed 1:28 PM 1:26 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h34 | 3:00 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 916 | Delayed 1:28 PM 1:26 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h12 | 2:39 PM 2:39 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 596 | Delayed 1:52 PM 1:49 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 3:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 596 · ICE 106 | Delayed 1:52 PM 1:49 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 3:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 218 | On time 2:12 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h25 | 3:37 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 576 | On time 2:23 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h17 | 3:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 516 · ICE 278 | Delayed 2:56 PM 2:49 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 4:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 516 | Delayed 2:56 PM 2:49 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 4:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 516 · ICE 17 | Delayed 2:56 PM 2:49 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h38 | 4:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1092 | On time 3:02 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h42 | 4:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 118 · ECE 4 | Delayed 3:09 PM 3:07 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h33 | 4:56 PM 4:56 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 224 | On time 3:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h12 | 4:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 224+ 24353 | On time 3:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h32 | 4:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 594 | On time 3:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 5:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 594 · ICE 104 | On time 3:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 5:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 514 | On time 4:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 6:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 514 · ICE 276 | On time 4:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 6:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 116 | Delayed 5:09 PM 5:05 PMStuttgart Hbf | 1h39 | 6:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 912+ 24359 | On time 5:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h32 | 6:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 912 | On time 5:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h12 | 6:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 592 | On time 5:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 7:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 592 · ICE 102 | On time 5:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 7:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 572 | On time 6:23 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h17 | 7:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 512 · ICE 274 | On time 6:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 8:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 512 | On time 6:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 8:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1090 · ICE 2 | On time 7:04 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h39 | 8:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 910+ 24367 | On time 7:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h32 | 8:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 910 | On time 7:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h12 | 8:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 590 | On time 7:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 9:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 590 · ICE 100 | On time 7:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 560 · ICE 272 | On time 8:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h58 | 10:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 560 · ICE 272 · ICE 920 | On time 8:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h25 | 10:36 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 510 | On time 8:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h49 | 10:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 510+ 24379 | On time 8:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h09 | 10:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 510 · S8 | On time 8:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h24 | 11:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2064 · IC 60409 | On time 8:59 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h26 | 11:25 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 990 | On time 9:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h48 | 11:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 990 · S8 | On time 9:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h10 | 11:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
19686 · IC 60470 | On time 10:13 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h58 | 1:11 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
19686 · IC 60402 | On time 10:13 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h22 | 1:35 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 698 | 11:54 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h58 | 1:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 698 | 11:54 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h25 | 2:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 1 | |||||
ICE 618 | 1:22 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h16 | 3:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 618 | 1:22 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h35 | 3:57 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 776 | 4:02 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h38 | 5:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 616 | 4:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 6:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 616 · ICE 378 | On time 4:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 6:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1098 | On time 5:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h39 | 6:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 694 · ICE 204 | 5:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 7:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 774 | On time 6:23 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h17 | 7:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 614 · ICE 376 | On time 6:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 8:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 | 6:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 8:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1096 | On time 7:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h39 | 8:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 7:14 AM Stuttgart | 1h41 | 8:55 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 692 | 7:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 692 · ICE 202 | On time 7:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 9:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 772 | 8:23 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h17 | 9:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 612 · ICE 374 | 8:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 10:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 612 | 8:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 10:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2090 | 9:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h39 | 10:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1010 | On time 9:26 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h12 | 10:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1010+ 24327 | On time 9:26 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h32 | 10:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 690 | 9:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 11:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 690 · ICE 200 | On time 9:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 11:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 770 | 10:23 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h17 | 11:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 610 | 10:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 12:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 610 · ICE 372 | 10:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 12:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1094 | On time 11:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h39 | 12:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 11:14 AM Stuttgart | 1h41 | 12:55 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 918+ 24333 | On time 11:26 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h32 | 12:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 918 | On time 11:26 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h12 | 12:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 598 | On time 11:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 1:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 598 · ICE 108 | On time 11:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 1:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 578 | 12:23 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h17 | 1:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 518 | On time 12:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h19 | 2:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 518 · ICE 370 | On time 12:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h20 | 2:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 210 | 1:05 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1h39 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 94 miles (152 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 94 miles (152 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV trains will get you between Stuttgart and Frankfurt am Main from $9 (€7). 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
TGV
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FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
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