How to travel from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. 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 $18, while a flight costs an average of $251.

Distance: 94 miles (152 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).

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

A bus is $1 (€0.82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $19 (€15).

A bus is $233 (€189) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $251 (€203).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main is by train with an average journey time of 2h 34m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Flight takes on average 2h 49m.

Bus takes on average 2h 59m.

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

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from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    8:14 AM1h41
    Stuttgart
    9:55 AMFrankfurt South station
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    8:14 AM1h41
    Stuttgart
    9:55 AMFrankfurt South station
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 510 · ICE 272
    9:49 PM1h17
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:06 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    $371One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    12:14 PM1h41
    Stuttgart
    1:55 PMFrankfurt South station
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 990
    10:49 PM1h29
    Stuttgart Hbf
    12:18 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 776
    5:02 AM1h38
    Stuttgart Hbf
    6:40 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:50 PM3h30
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    2:20 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM4h45
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    3:35 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    $281One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2153 · LH127
    6:10 AM2h50
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:00 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    $3461One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2153+Eurowings DiscoverLH4259
    6:10 AM3h20
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:30 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    $3461One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2145 · LH103
    9:30 AM3h30
    Stuttgart Airport
    1:00 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    $3461One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main, 98,43% 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 Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main 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 Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main

Travel to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).

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

A bus is $1 (€0.82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $19 (€15).

A bus is $233 (€189) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $251 (€203).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main is by train with an average journey time of 2h 34m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Flight takes on average 2h 49m.

Bus takes on average 2h 59m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main is approximately 94 miles (152 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main is:
  • Around 39 trains per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart and Frankfurt am Main 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 Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Frankfurt am Main by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Frankfurt am Main by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Frankfurt am Main by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline.
  • 15 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 24 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, London, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Frankfurt am Main and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Frankfurt am Main to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Frankfurt am Main, visitors can enjoy panoramic views from the Main Tower and explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle for a variety of foods. The Senckenberg Natural History Museum offers fascinating dinosaur fossils, while a walk along the River Main provides scenic vistas. Shop at the lively Zeil or visit the Römer, a historic city hall. Art enthusiasts can explore the Städel Museum, while nature lovers will appreciate the Palmengarten. Delve into literary history at the Goethe House and admire the Gothic architecture of Frankfurt Cathedral.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Römer, Städel Museum, and Palmengarten, while also enjoying the city's vibrant dining and shopping scenes.
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