How to travel from Vienna to Stuttgart

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Compare train for Vienna to Stuttgart

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, while a train costs an average of $126.

Distance: 331 miles (534 km)

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Driving

$126

Average price

$47

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Cheapest

$142

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 8m

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30m

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8h 34m

Average total duration

8h 4m

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30m

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6h 32m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $47 (€38).

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

A bus is $80 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Stuttgart costing on average $126 (€103).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 38m.

Bus takes on average 8h 34m.

Yes, you can take a train between Vienna and Stuttgart.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Stuttgart 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 $126 (€103) compared to roughly $142 (€116) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 7h 8m versus 6h 32m 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 Vienna to Stuttgart

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:45 PM9h35
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    9:20 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    $541One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:45 PM9h35
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    9:20 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    $541One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS269
    5:50 PM1h10
    Vienna International Airport
    7:00 PMStuttgart Airport
    $4311One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBRJX19938+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 212+ÖBBRE5+ÖBB | ICEICE 918
    5:28 AM6h55
    Vienna Hbf
    12:23 PMStuttgart Hbf
    $551One-way
    3 transfers
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 540+ÖBBRJX 260+ÖBB | ICEICE 566
    5:57 AM7h05
    Vienna Hbf
    1:02 PMStuttgart Hbf
    $551One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBBRJX19938+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 212+ÖBB | ICEICE 598
    5:28 AM7h15
    Vienna Hbf
    12:43 PMStuttgart Hbf
    $551One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 PM9h55
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    9:20 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:35 PM8h40
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    2:15 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:55 PM9h40
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    5:35 AMStuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    $771One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW2757
    4:05 PM1h15
    Vienna International Airport
    5:20 PMStuttgart Airport
    $2261One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2759
    8:55 PM1h15
    Vienna International Airport
    10:10 PMStuttgart Airport
    $2261One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS265
    1:20 PM1h10
    Vienna International Airport
    2:30 PMStuttgart Airport
    $4311One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Vienna to Stuttgart

The Best Way According to our Users

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Stuttgart

Travel to Stuttgart 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 Vienna to Stuttgart.

FAQs
You can travel between Vienna and Stuttgart by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $52 (€43).

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

A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Stuttgart costing on average $121 (€99).

A bus is $364 (€297) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Stuttgart costing on average $416 (€340).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 39m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 6m.

Bus takes on average 9h 47m.

The distance from Vienna to Stuttgart is approximately 331 miles (534 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Stuttgart is:
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 32 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Stuttgart:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Stuttgart Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Stuttgart Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Stuttgart, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Stuttgart by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn to go to Stuttgart by train.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Condor Flugdienst, Avion Express Malta, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Eurowings, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, Bulgaria Air, GetJet Airlines to go to Stuttgart by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Stuttgart with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with EuroNight, Westbahn.
  • 5 direct flights per day with Avion Express Malta, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Stuttgart often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Munich, Barcelona, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stuttgart and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stuttgart to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Stuttgart, you can explore the vibrant Markthalle for a variety of delicacies, enjoy a leisurely walk in the beautiful Killesberg Park, visit the Porsche Museum, and experience a performance at the Stuttgart Opera House. Don't miss the lively Cannstatter Volksfest, one of the largest beer festivals in the world. For the best sights, check out the Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart State Gallery, Wilhelma Zoo and Botanical Garden, Stuttgart TV Tower, and Schlossplatz, the city's largest square.
For a well-rounded experience in Stuttgart, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its cultural attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and visit key sites like the Mercedes-Benz Museum and Schlossplatz.
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