How to travel from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf

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Compare train and bus for Stuttgart to Oberstdorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a train costs an average of $41.

Distance: 107 miles (173 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf is a bus with an average price of $40.

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

A bus is $20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf costing on average $61.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Oberstdorf take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Oberstdorf including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $61 compared to roughly $40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-20.56. The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf

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

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

  • FlixBus
    8:25 PM9h20
    Stuttgart
    5:45 AMOberstdorf
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    8:25 PM9h20
    Stuttgart
    5:45 AMOberstdorf
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    8:45 AM6h45
    Stuttgart
    3:30 PMOberstdorf
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    7:25 PM9h20
    Stuttgart
    4:45 AMOberstdorf
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf

Travel to Oberstdorf 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 Oberstdorf.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stuttgart and Oberstdorf including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf is a bus with an average price of $40.

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

A bus is $20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf costing on average $61.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Oberstdorf take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 0m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf is approximately 107 miles (173 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf:
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Oberstdorf station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Oberstdorf, Busbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Oberstdorf by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Oberstdorf by train.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart to Oberstdorf often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Kempten, Ulm, Sonthofen, Immenstadt im Allgau. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oberstdorf and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Oberstdorf to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Oberstdorf, spending 3 to 4 days is ideal, allowing ample time to explore hiking trails, visit the Nebelhorn, and enjoy local attractions like the Erdinger Arena.

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