How to travel from Stuttgart to Zell am See

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Stuttgart to Zell am See

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Zell am See among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, while a flight costs an average of $356.

Distance: 195 miles (314 km)

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$106

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$79

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5h 35m

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5h 42m

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5h 12m

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4h 46m

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Compare ways to travel from Stuttgart to Zell am See

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Zell am See is a bus with an average price of $22 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Zell am See:

A bus is $84 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Zell am See costing on average $106 (€89).

A bus is $334 (€280) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Zell am See costing on average $356 (€299).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Zell am See is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Zell am See take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 35m.

Bus takes on average 5h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Zell am See including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Zell am See 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 $106 (€89) compared to roughly $79 (€66) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$27 (-€22). The journey takes 5h 5m versus 4h 46m 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 Zell am See

How to get from Stuttgart to Zell am See by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1291 · RJ 289 · S 8
    5:59 PM5h58
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:57 PMZell am See station
    $341One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1291 · RJ 289 · S 8
    5:59 PM5h58
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:57 PMZell am See station
    $341One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4089+LufthansaLH109 · LH1264
    1:25 PM4h50
    Stuttgart Airport
    6:15 PMSalzburg Airport
    $3441One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | ICEICE 267+ÖBBRJX 65 · IR 714
    8:51 AM5h53
    Stuttgart Hbf
    2:44 PMZell am See station
    $361One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | ICEICE 1291+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 289+ÖBB | S-BahnS 8
    5:59 PM5h58
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:57 PMZell am See station
    $361One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 215+ÖBBIR 616+ÖBB | ICEICE 1011
    5:43 PM6h06
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:49 PMZell am See station
    $361One-way
    2 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2754+ÖBB | InterCityIC 642+ÖBBIR 712
    7:35 AM9h09
    Stuttgart Airport
    4:44 PMZell am See station
    $1951One-way
    2 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2756+ÖBBRJX19972+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 215+ÖBBIR 616
    2:10 PM9h39
    Stuttgart Airport
    11:49 PMZell am See station
    $1951One-way
    3 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2756+ÖBB | InterCityIC 748+ÖBBD 812
    2:10 PM10h42
    Stuttgart Airport
    12:52 AMZell am See station
    $1951One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart to Zell am See

Travel to Zell am See 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 Zell am See.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Zell am See including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Zell am See is a bus with an average price of $22 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Zell am See:

A bus is $84 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Zell am See costing on average $106 (€89).

A bus is $334 (€280) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Zell am See costing on average $356 (€299).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Zell am See is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Zell am See take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 35m.

Bus takes on average 5h 42m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Zell am See is approximately 195 miles (314 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Zell am See is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stuttgart to Zell am See:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Salzburg Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Zell am See station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Zell am See, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zell am See by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet to go to Zell am See by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Eurowings to go to Zell am See by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stuttgart to Zell am See:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart to Zell am See often also extend their vacation to go to Salzburg, Vienna, Munich, Innsbruck, Prague. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zell am See and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zell am See to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zell am See, you can enjoy a scenic hike through the Sigmund-Thun Gorge, explore the medieval Kaprun Castle, and play golf at the Zell am See-Kaprun Golf Club with stunning alpine views. Experience the thrill of paragliding over Zell am See, relax at the Tauern Spa with its thermal pools, or take a walk by the picturesque Lake Zell. In winter, ski at Schmittenhöhe or the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier, and in summer, hike and take in the panoramic views. Visit the impressive Kaprun High Mountain Reservoirs and stroll through the charming Zell am See Old Town with its historic buildings and quaint cafes.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Zell am See allows you to explore its key attractions, including Lake Zell, Schmittenhöhe mountain, and the picturesque town center.

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