- Must visit
Vasa Museum
A world-class museum built around the remarkably preserved 1628 warship Vasa, with powerful storytelling about maritime history and recovery.
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
16 h 13 m
Average duration
17 h 37 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
1306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Stockholm will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
It's difficult to get from Stuttgart to Stockholm without transferring at least 4 times.
ICE 510 · ICE 920 · ECE 1198 · R 1062
ICE 512 · ICE 274 · 82848 · 11152
ICE 578 · S1 · ECE 392 · R 1162
ICE 774 · S5 · RJ 13464 · R 1110
ICE 770 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70176
ICE 774 · S5 · RJ 13464 · R 1110
ICE 774 · S5 · RJ 13464 · R 1110
ICE 776 · S1 · ECE 396 · R 1094
ICE 578 · S1 · ECE 392 · R 1162
ICE 510 · ICE 920 · ECE 1198 · R 1062Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 811 miles (1306 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$151 Average price | $251 Average price | $149 Average price Cheapest | $454 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 43m Average total duration 17h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 14m Average total duration 28h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.9 - 7.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Stockholm:
A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Stockholm costing on average $151.
A bus is $102 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Stockholm costing on average $251.
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 13m.
Bus takes on average 28h 44m.
The journey is about 1h 32m faster (17h 13m by train vs 18h 45m by car) and roughly $304 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($151 vs $454). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Stockholm trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 776 · S1 · ECE 396 · R 1094 | On time 5:02 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 16h33 | 9:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 774 · S5 · RJ 13464 · R 1110 | On time 7:22 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 16h14 | 11:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 774 · S5 · RJ 13464 · R 1110 | On time 7:23 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 16h13 | 11:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 770 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70176 | On time 11:22 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 21h16 | 8:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 5 transfers | |
ICE 578 · S1 · ECE 392 · R 1162 | On time 1:22 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 19h16 | 8:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Stockholm run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 but you can travel from only $27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 811 miles (1306 km) distance in 16h 13m.
Distance 811 miles (1306 km) |
Average train duration 17h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 16h 13m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Most Stuttgart to Stockholm trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Stockholm 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).
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.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
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