How to travel from Stuttgart to Athens

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Compare bus and flight for Stuttgart to Athens

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €170 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €170, while a flight costs an average of €427.

Distance: 1040 miles (1675 km)

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€427

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€170

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€34

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6h 13m

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4h 13m

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47h 14m

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23h 17m

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Compare ways to travel from Stuttgart to Athens

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Athens is a bus with an average price of €170.

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

A bus is €257 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Athens costing on average €427.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 13m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Bus takes on average 47h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Athens including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Athens 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 19h 4m sooner (4h 13m by flight vs 23h 17m by car). Tickets start at around €427 compared to roughly €34 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 Stuttgart to Athens

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

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

  • Aegean AirlinesA3809
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  • Aegean AirlinesA3809
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  • EurowingsEW2684
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  • KLMKL1834 · KL1957
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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart to Athens

Travel to Athens 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 Stuttgart to Athens.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stuttgart and Athens including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Athens is a bus with an average price of €170.

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

A bus is €257 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Athens costing on average €427.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 13m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Bus takes on average 47h 14m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Athens is approximately 1040 miles (1675 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Athens is:
  • Around 58 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stuttgart to Athens:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof and arrive in Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Athens, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Athens by bus.
  • Travel with Turkish Airlines, KLM, Aegean Airlines, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Vueling, Lot Polish Airlines, Pegasus, Swiss, Air France, Eurowings, CitizenPlane, ITA, Avion Express Malta, British Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways to go to Athens by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stuttgart to Athens:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Aegean Airlines, Eurowings, CitizenPlane, Avion Express Malta.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart to Athens often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Mykonos, Thessaloniki, Istanbul, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Athens and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Athens to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Athens, you can enjoy panoramic views from Mount Lycabettus, explore the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market for antiques and souvenirs, and visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the only marble stadium in the world. Take a peaceful stroll through the National Garden of Athens or experience a traditional Greek performance at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus. Don't miss the Acropolis of Athens with its iconic Parthenon, the insightful Acropolis Museum, the historic Ancient Agora, and the extensive collections at the National Archaeological Museum. Wander through Plaka's narrow streets filled with neoclassical architecture and vibrant local shops and cafes.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Athens, allowing time to visit major attractions like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Ancient Agora, while also enjoying local cuisine and culture.

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