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Mercedes-Benz Museum
Flagship automotive museum with iconic architecture and a comprehensive history of Mercedes-Benz and mobility.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
5 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Stuttgart will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 36 trains that leave Hamburg for Stuttgart on Sat, Jun 20, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 536 km distance in an average of 5 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 54 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 54 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.
ICE 1081 · ICE 273 · ICE 991
ICE 79 · ICE 619
ICE 921 · 4445 · ICE 273 · ICE 991
IC 60471 · IC 2065
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FlixBus
ICE 577
ICE 579
ICE 575
ICE 573
ICE 771Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 333 miles (536 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $306 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Stuttgart:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Stuttgart costing on average $105 (€86).
A bus is $238 (€195) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Stuttgart costing on average $306 (€251).
Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 13m.
Bus takes on average 9h 34m.
You'll arrive about 2h 4m sooner (5h 13m by train vs 7h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $105 (€86) compared to roughly $45 (€37) 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, FlixTrain.
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 Hamburg to Stuttgart trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 575 | On time 6:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h54 | 12:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 785 · 19067 | On time 7:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h32 | 1:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 517 | On time 7:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h48 | 2:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 5 · ICE 517 | On time 7:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h27 | 2:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 577 | On time 8:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h54 | 2:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 787 · 19071 | On time 9:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h33 | 3:52 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519 | On time 9:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h48 | 4:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 73 · ICE 519 | On time 9:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h27 | 4:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 579 | On time 10:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h54 | 4:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 611 | On time 11:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h48 | 6:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 7 · ICE 611 | On time 11:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h27 | 6:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 771 | On time 12:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h54 | 6:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 881 · 19079 | On time 1:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h31 | 7:50 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 613 | On time 1:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h48 | 8:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 1:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h26 | 11:59 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 1:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h12 | 9:45 PM Stuttgart | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 75 · ICE 613 | On time 1:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h27 | 8:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 773 | On time 2:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h54 | 8:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 615 | On time 3:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h48 | 10:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 3:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h17 | 12:50 AM Stuttgart | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 9 · ICE 615 | On time 3:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h27 | 10:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 775 | On time 4:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h07 | 10:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 617 | On time 5:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h48 | 12:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 77 · ICE 677 · ICE 617 | On time 5:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h27 | 12:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 777 | Delayed 6:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h38 | 12:42 AM 12:42 AMStuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 619 | On time 7:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h16 | 3:39 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 79 · ICE 699+ 15023 | On time 7:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h09 | 4:53 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1081 · ICE 273 · ICE 991 | On time 9:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h19 | 7:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 921 · ICE 911 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h10 | 7:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 921 · 4445 · ICE 273 · ICE 991 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h47 | 7:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3 transfers | |
4447 · ICE 781 · 19059+ 81945 | 11:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h20 | 9:56 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 10h55 | 1:45 PM Stuttgart | 1 transfer | |
ICE 573 | On time 4:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h54 | 10:38 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1071 · ICE 1093 | On time 5:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h34 | 11:53 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 783 · 19063 | On time 5:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h38 | 11:57 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 515 | On time 5:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h48 | 12:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 5:30 AM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 16h15 | 9:45 PM Stuttgart | 2 transfers | |
ICE 71 · ICE 515 | On time 5:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h27 | 12:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Stuttgart run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (536 km) distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 333 miles (536 km) |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Flagship automotive museum with iconic architecture and a comprehensive history of Mercedes-Benz and mobility.
Modern museum showcasing Porsche sports cars, prototypes, and brand history in a striking contemporary building.
Major art museum known for European masters, modern art, and its celebrated postmodern extension.
Stuttgart’s central square and main gathering place, surrounded by major landmarks and lawns.
Major pedestrian shopping street and one of the city’s busiest, best for experiencing central Stuttgart.
Influential modernist housing estate linked to leading 20th-century architects and design history.
Large Swabian pasta pockets traditionally filled with minced meat, spinach, onions, and herbs, served in broth or pan-fried. They are one of Stuttgart’s signature regional dishes.
Soft egg noodles typical of Swabia, often served as a side or topped with cheese and onions. They are a staple of home-style cooking around Stuttgart.
A richer version of Spätzle baked or tossed with melted cheese and fried onions. It is a beloved comforting dish across the Stuttgart region.
Established fine-dining restaurant and boutique hotel offering refined modern cuisine with elegant presentation and a polished atmosphere.
Traditional Swabian restaurant known for classic regional dishes such as Maultaschen and Rostbraten, served in a cozy old-town tavern setting.
Well-known historic wine tavern serving hearty Swabian cooking and local wines in an intimate, rustic atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Prices are above the German average, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport and bakeries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, usually handed directly to staff.
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