The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Stuttgart
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Stuttgart will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 19 trains that leave Basel for Stuttgart on Thu, Nov 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain
FlixTrain+
FlixBus
RE 5336 · RE 19687
SBB S6+
RE 3071 · IC 480
ICE 1067
ICE 276 · ICE 569
ICE 370 · ICE 565
ICE 278 · ICE 567
ICE 1067
ICE 274 · ICE 1069Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Stuttgart
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €237.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€38 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €359 Average price |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 39m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Basel to Stuttgart train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Stuttgart trains for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 372 · RE 19675 | Delayed 7:14 AM 7:13 AMBasel SBB | 2h46 | 9:59 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1067 | On time 7:27 AM Basel SBB | 2h36 | 10:03 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 76 · IC 2069 | On time 8:06 AM Basel SBB | 2h57 | 11:03 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 370 · ICE 565 | On time 9:13 AM Basel SBB | 2h32 | 11:45 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 74 · IC 2161 | On time 10:06 AM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 12:58 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Stuttgart
Trains from Basel to Stuttgart run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Basel to Stuttgart trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Basel and Stuttgart from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Stuttgart
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Stuttgart by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Basel, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel St. Johann. When arriving in Stuttgart, you can end your trip in train stations like Stuttgart Hbf, Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Stuttgart Hbf (tief).
Passengers board the train most frequently from Basel SBB, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Stuttgart Hbf, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Stuttgart
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
- Franca e Franco
- McDonald's
- Badstüble
- Pizza Imbiss Mamma Maria
- Achat Comfort Hotel
- Trollinger
- Curry 23
- Restaurant am Wasser
- Snack n Travel
- Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:30 - 14:00
- Sailer
- Café 44
- Schnell Imbiss
- Cafe am Rathaus
- Attimo Hotel Stuttgart
- Attimo Dependance Zimmer
- Hotel Krone
- Hotel Lamm
- Dolce Cafe Bar
- Höhencafe Killesberg
- Distelfarm
- McDonald's
- Messehotel Europe
- Ibis budget Stuttgart City Nord
- Alpha
- B&B Hotel
- Eisenmann
- Efes Kebaphaus Dürrlewang
- NLV - Pizzeria Il Boschietto
- Naherholungsgebiet
- Mönchbergkeller
- Alte Kelter
- Gasthof Adler
- Jägerhaus
- Hetzel Hotel
- Aparthotel Wangener Landhaus
- Hotel Adler
- Ochsen
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Monday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Tuesday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Wednesday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Thursday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Friday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Saturday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Sunday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Maison Banh Mi
- Ristorante Goldoni
- Burger King
- Trollinger
- Hansa Hotel
- Hotel Xenia
- Café le Théatre
- Maison Banh Mi
- Bangkok Express
- Graf Eberhard
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Hansa Hotel
- Novum Hotel Boulevard
- Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Polizeisportverein Stuttgart
- Hot Pizza Corner
- 1893 Clubrestaurant
- Restaurant im Mercedes-Benz Museum
- Hotel Hilton Garden Inn
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- Bus: Several lines available
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