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Schmuckmuseum Pforzheim
Leading jewelry museum in a city famed for goldsmithing, with international collections of jewelry, watches, and design history.
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Pforzheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Pforzheim will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 6 trains that leave Stuttgart for Pforzheim on Mon, Aug 03, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 43 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Pforzheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Pforzheim take longer:
Bus takes on average 47m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (42m by train vs 48m by car). Tickets start at around €24 compared to roughly €7 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, Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, DB Regio Stuttgart.
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 Pforzheim trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:02 AM Stuttgart | 0h40 | 3:42 AM Pforzheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:02 AM Stuttgart | 0h39 | 4:41 AM Pforzheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:59 AM Stuttgart | 0h43 | 7:42 AM Pforzheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 AM Stuttgart | 0h43 | 8:42 AM Pforzheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM Stuttgart | 0h41 | 9:13 AM Pforzheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:32 PM Stuttgart | 0h29 | 10:01 PM Pforzheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Pforzheim run on average 8 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Pforzheim — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pforzheim trip today.
Leading jewelry museum in a city famed for goldsmithing, with international collections of jewelry, watches, and design history.
Major municipal museum on archaeology, local history, and the city’s jewelry and industry heritage in a modern riverside complex.
Compact museum showing traditional jewelry and watchmaking machinery, ideal for understanding Pforzheim’s manufacturing identity.
Popular green space along the river with walking paths, lawns, and easy access to museums and the city center.
Well-known long-distance path section starting in Pforzheim, attracting hikers with marked routes into the Black Forest.
Main shopping street and central pedestrian axis, ideal for orienting yourself and experiencing everyday urban life in Pforzheim.
Maultaschen are Swabian stuffed pasta pockets with meat, spinach, and herbs. A regional classic widely eaten in Baden-Württemberg, often served in broth or fried with onions.
Spätzle are soft egg noodles from Swabia. In and around Pforzheim they are a staple side dish, especially valued fresh and handmade with roasts or sauce.
Käsespätzle combines Spätzle with melted cheese and fried onions. It is a beloved hearty dish across the region and a common vegetarian comfort food.
Elegant fine dining known for refined seasonal cuisine and polished service. A strong choice in Pforzheim for a special meal.
Traditional brewery-style venue serving hearty German and Swabian dishes in a relaxed, rustic atmosphere popular with locals.
Well-known restaurant in a historic setting, offering regional specialties and classic German cooking with a more formal feel.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and everyday meals stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10%. For taxis and cafes, round up to the next euro or leave small change.
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Pforzheim Hbf -> Leopoldplatz, Pforzheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Pforzheim 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 Pforzheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stuttgart to Pforzheim trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Pforzheim Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Pforzheim Maihälden. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Pforzheim 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.
Vaihingen Bahnhof is 7 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Vaihingen Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vaihingen Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vaihingen Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
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.
Pforzheim Hbf is 1 km from Pforzheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Pforzheim 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: Gaststätte Fürst Blücher, Pizza Point, Ali Baba, Sawasdee - Thai-Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Pforzheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Pforzheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Pforzheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pforzheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pforzheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Pension Morlock, Hotel Ruf, Hotel am Theater, Hotel Montana.
Pforzheim Maihälden is 1 km from Pforzheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Pforzheim Maihälden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
ATMs are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
Available at Pforzheim Maihälden: Parking, WC.
Available at Pforzheim Maihälden: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
Brötzingen Mitte is 2 km from Pforzheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Brötzingen Mitte has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brötzingen Mitte.
ATMs are available at Brötzingen Mitte.
Available at Brötzingen Mitte: Parking, WC.
Available at Brötzingen Mitte: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brötzingen Mitte.
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