How to travel from Zurich to Stuttgart

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Stuttgart

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč660 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. 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 Kč660, while a flight costs an average of Kč7974.

Distance: 101 miles (164 km)

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Kč1243

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4h 20m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of Kč660.

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

A bus is Kč583 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Stuttgart costing on average Kč1243.

A bus is Kč7314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Stuttgart costing on average Kč7974.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 23m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 20m.

Bus takes on average 4h 32m.

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

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from Zurich to Stuttgart

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 184+Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft1827
    4:37 PM3h37
    Zurich HB
    8:14 PMStuttgart Hbf
    6681One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 184+Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft1827
    4:37 PM3h37
    Zurich HB
    8:14 PMStuttgart Hbf
    6681One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SwissLX1164
    9:10 AM0h45
    Zurich Airport
    9:55 AMStuttgart Airport
    128121One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 480
    7:37 PM3h06
    Zurich HB
    10:43 PMStuttgart Hbf
    7711One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 480 · 17789 · 4236+SBBS6
    7:37 PM4h42
    Zurich HB
    12:19 AMStuttgart Hbf
    8741One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnRE 4932 · 3069 · 4248 · ICE 990
    6:05 PM4h38
    Zurich HB
    10:43 PMStuttgart Hbf
    9511One-way
    3 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus7990 · 30498
    8:50 PM8h25
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    5:15 AMStuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB
    7711One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus7990 · 30498
    8:30 PM8h45
    Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    5:15 AMStuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB
    7711One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW7763 · EW2047
    4:00 PM6h40
    Zurich Airport
    10:40 PMStuttgart Airport
    101551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air BalticLX1168
    1:30 PM0h45
    Zurich Airport
    2:15 PMStuttgart Airport
    128121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SwissLH5751+LufthansaLH2152
    7:15 PM3h30
    Zurich Airport
    10:45 PMStuttgart Airport
    238071One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Zürich to Stuttgart

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Zürich to Stuttgart, 93,92% 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 Zürich to Stuttgart 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 Zurich 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 Zurich to Stuttgart.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of Kč660.

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

A bus is Kč583 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Stuttgart costing on average Kč1243.

A bus is Kč7314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Stuttgart costing on average Kč7974.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 23m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 20m.

Bus takes on average 4h 32m.

The distance from Zurich to Stuttgart is approximately 101 miles (164 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Stuttgart is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Stuttgart 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 Zurich to Stuttgart:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Stuttgart Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Stuttgart Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Stuttgart, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa to go to Stuttgart by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Stuttgart by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft, ÖBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Stuttgart by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zurich to Stuttgart with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways.
  • 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Stuttgart often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Munich, Barcelona, Vienna. 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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