How to travel from Darmstadt to Stuttgart

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Compare train and bus for Darmstadt to Stuttgart

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darmstadt to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, while a train costs an average of $15.

Distance: 78 miles (127 km)

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$15

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$15

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Cheapest

$29

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1h 56m

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Fastest

1h 26m

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30m

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3h 1m

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2h 31m

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2h 5m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Darmstadt to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $15.

This is compared to other travel options from Darmstadt to Stuttgart:

A bus is $0.39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darmstadt to Stuttgart costing on average $15.

The fastest way to travel from Darmstadt to Stuttgart is by train with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Darmstadt and Stuttgart including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Darmstadt to Stuttgart among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 39m faster (1h 26m by train vs 2h 5m by car) and roughly $14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($15 vs $29). 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.

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from Darmstadt to Stuttgart

How to get from Darmstadt to Stuttgart by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Darmstadt to Stuttgart is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    12:15 AM2h50
    Darmstadt
    3:05 AMStuttgart
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    12:15 AM2h50
    Darmstadt
    3:05 AMStuttgart
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    12:15 AM2h50
    Darmstadt
    3:05 AMStuttgart
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    1:55 PM3h25
    Darmstadt
    5:20 PMStuttgart
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    2:55 PM3h25
    Darmstadt
    6:20 PMStuttgart
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Darmstadt to Stuttgart

Travel to Stuttgart easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Darmstadt to Stuttgart.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Darmstadt and Stuttgart including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Darmstadt to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $15.

This is compared to other travel options from Darmstadt to Stuttgart:

A bus is $0.39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darmstadt to Stuttgart costing on average $15.

The fastest way to travel from Darmstadt to Stuttgart is by train with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 1m.

The distance from Darmstadt to Stuttgart is approximately 78 miles (127 km).
The average frequency per day from Darmstadt to Stuttgart is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Darmstadt and Stuttgart as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Darmstadt to Stuttgart:
  • Trains mostly depart from Darmstadt Hbf and arrive in Stuttgart Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Darmstadt, Lise-Meitner-Str. / Europaplatz and arrive in Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Darmstadt to Stuttgart, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Stuttgart by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Stuttgart by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Darmstadt to Stuttgart with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Darmstadt to Stuttgart often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Munich, Barcelona, Vienna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stuttgart and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stuttgart to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Stuttgart, you can explore the vibrant Markthalle for a variety of delicacies, enjoy a leisurely walk in the beautiful Killesberg Park, visit the Porsche Museum, and experience a performance at the Stuttgart Opera House. Don't miss the lively Cannstatter Volksfest, one of the largest beer festivals in the world. For the best sights, check out the Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart State Gallery, Wilhelma Zoo and Botanical Garden, Stuttgart TV Tower, and Schlossplatz, the city's largest square.
For a well-rounded experience in Stuttgart, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its cultural attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and visit key sites like the Mercedes-Benz Museum and Schlossplatz.

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