How to travel from Madrid to Stuttgart

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Stuttgart

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $151 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.4 - 3.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $151, while a flight costs an average of $471.

Distance: 855 miles (1377 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Madrid to Stuttgart

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

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $151.

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

A bus is $320 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Stuttgart costing on average $471.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 20m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Bus takes on average 27h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Stuttgart among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 14h 25m sooner (4h 20m by flight vs 18h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $471 compared to roughly $342 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Madrid to Stuttgart

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3160 · 30492
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  • BlaBlaCar Bus3160 · 30492
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  • LufthansaLH1805+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4100
    1 transfer

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    1 transfer
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  • LufthansaLH1803+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4100
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FAQs: Travel from Madrid 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 Madrid to Stuttgart.

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There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $151.

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

A bus is $320 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Stuttgart costing on average $471.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 20m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Bus takes on average 27h 2m.

The distance from Madrid to Stuttgart is approximately 855 miles (1377 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Stuttgart is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid 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 Madrid to Stuttgart:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Stuttgart Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Stuttgart, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Europa, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Vueling, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Iberia, BA Cityflyer to go to Stuttgart by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus to go to Stuttgart by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid 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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