How to travel from Stuttgart to Utrecht

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Utrecht

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, while a flight costs an average of $425.

Distance: 290 miles (467 km)

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Driving

$148

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$71

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$425

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$127

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 46m

Average total duration

5h 16m

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30m

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12h 48m

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12h 18m

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4h 11m

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2h 11m

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6h 34m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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1.4 - 2.8kg

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Lufthansa

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Compare ways to travel from Stuttgart to Utrecht

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Utrecht is a bus with an average price of $71.

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

A bus is $77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Utrecht costing on average $148.

A bus is $354 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Utrecht costing on average $425.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 46m.

Bus takes on average 12h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Utrecht including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Utrecht among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 18m sooner (5h 16m by train vs 6h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $148 compared to roughly $127 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Stuttgart to Utrecht

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SwissLX736+Helvetic AirwaysLX1175
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 618 · ICE 222
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 518 · ICE 122
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 616 · ICE 220
    1 transfer
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4089+LufthansaLH2308
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS266 · OS317
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS319+EurowingsOS8900
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart to Utrecht

Travel to Utrecht 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 Utrecht.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Utrecht including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Utrecht is a bus with an average price of $71.

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

A bus is $77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Utrecht costing on average $148.

A bus is $354 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Utrecht costing on average $425.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 46m.

Bus takes on average 12h 48m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Utrecht is approximately 290 miles (467 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Utrecht is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart and Utrecht 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 Utrecht:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Utrecht Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB and arrive in Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Utrecht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH to go to Utrecht by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM, Swiss, Air Baltic, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Eurowings, Helvetic Airways, Air Dolomiti, ITA, British Airways to go to Utrecht by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Utrecht by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stuttgart to Utrecht:
  • 3 direct flights per day with KLM, KLM Cityhopper.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart to Utrecht often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, Berlin, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Utrecht and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Utrecht to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Utrecht, you can explore the unique two-level canals with wharf cellars and vibrant cafes. Visit Museum Speelklok to discover self-playing musical instruments and clocks. Experience Dutch railway history at the Railway Museum with interactive exhibits. Enjoy diverse performances at the modern music complex TivoliVredenburg. Relax in Griftpark, featuring playgrounds, a petting zoo, and a café. For sights, climb the Dom Tower for panoramic city views, wander through the serene Utrecht University Botanic Gardens, and admire religious art at Museum Catharijneconvent. Don't miss the Rietveld Schröder House, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the picturesque Oudegracht canal.
To fully explore Utrecht's historic canals, museums like the Centraal Museum, and lively cultural scene, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
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