How to travel from Kassel to Stuttgart

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Kassel to Stuttgart

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $61.

Distance: 175 miles (283 km)

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$61

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$28

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$65

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3h 33m

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3h 3m

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5h 47m

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5h 17m

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4h 2m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Kassel to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $28 (€23).

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

A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Stuttgart costing on average $61 (€49).

A bus is $450 (€366) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kassel to Stuttgart costing on average $478 (€389).

The fastest way to travel from Kassel to Stuttgart is by train with an average journey time of 3h 33m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 47m.

Flight takes on average 6h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kassel and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Kassel to Stuttgart among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 59m faster (3h 3m by train vs 4h 2m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($61 (€49) vs $65 (€53)). 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 Kassel to Stuttgart

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:45 PM11h25
    Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik
    3:10 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    $211One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:45 PM11h25
    Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik
    3:10 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    $211One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 575
    9:48 AM2h50
    Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
    12:38 PMStuttgart Hbf
    $1161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 997 · ICE 695
    8:13 PM3h12
    Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
    11:25 PMStuttgart Hbf
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 677 · ICE 617
    9:13 PM3h14
    Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
    12:27 AMStuttgart Hbf
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 79 · ICE 619
    10:49 PM4h44
    Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
    3:33 AMStuttgart Hbf
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 PM8h25
    Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof
    4:25 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    $281One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 PM8h05
    Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof
    4:05 AMStuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:55 AM8h10
    Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik
    3:05 PMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    $691One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Kassel 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 Kassel to Stuttgart.

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There are 3 options to travel between Kassel and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kassel to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $28 (€23).

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

A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Stuttgart costing on average $61 (€49).

A bus is $450 (€366) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kassel to Stuttgart costing on average $478 (€389).

The fastest way to travel from Kassel to Stuttgart is by train with an average journey time of 3h 33m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 47m.

Flight takes on average 6h 10m.

The distance from Kassel to Stuttgart is approximately 175 miles (283 km).
The average frequency per day from Kassel to Stuttgart is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kassel 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 Kassel to Stuttgart:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport and arrive in Stuttgart Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe and arrive in Stuttgart Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof and arrive in Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kassel to Stuttgart, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Stuttgart by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Stuttgart by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kassel to Stuttgart with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
  • 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Kassel 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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