How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of NOK 173 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. 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 NOK 173, while a flight costs an average of NOK 1,862.

Distance: 94 miles (152 km)

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NOK 444

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Compare ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart

Compare the available ways to get from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of NOK 173.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart:

A bus is NOK 271 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart costing on average NOK 444.

A bus is NOK 1,689 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart costing on average NOK 1,862.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart is by train with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 3m.

Bus takes on average 4h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 59m sooner (1h 30m by train vs 2h 29m by car). Tickets start at around NOK 444 compared to roughly NOK 311 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.

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.

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How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 699
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  • Deutsche BahnICE 699
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  • Deutsche BahnICE 915
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  • Deutsche BahnICE 273 · IC 2065
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  • Deutsche BahnIC 60408 · 19689
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How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart, 97,52% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of NOK 173.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart:

A bus is NOK 271 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart costing on average NOK 444.

A bus is NOK 1,689 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart costing on average NOK 1,862.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart is by train with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 3m.

Bus takes on average 4h 15m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart is approximately 94 miles (152 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart is:
  • Around 49 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Stuttgart Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Stuttgart Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Stuttgart by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV to go to Stuttgart by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Dolomiti, Cityjet, Air Serbia to go to Stuttgart by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 28 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Dolomiti, Cityjet.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Stuttgart often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, London, Vienna, Berlin. 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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