How to Get from Dortmund to Stuttgart
Dortmund to Stuttgart is 328 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 4h 20m by bus. The trip takes 6h 08m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Dortmund to Stuttgart by price and travel time (route calculated on 7 November 2026).
- First bus at 03:10, last at 11:35
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Dortmund to Stuttgart. The most useful door-to-door route takes 7h 35m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 328 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
328 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €29Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 6h 08m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €16Omio catalogue, Oct 26 | 4h 20mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
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- Train€29Our estimate, not a fare we saw6h 08m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€16Omio catalogue, Oct 264h 20m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Dortmund to Stuttgart: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Dortmund central → Stuttgart Airport Busterminalbus
FlixBus·7h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, Dortmund to Stuttgart
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €115 | |
| December 2026 | €75 | |
| January 2027 | €64 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Dortmund to Stuttgart
FlixBus publishes departures from 03:10 to 11:35.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 03:10 | 11:35 |
All departures
- 03:10
- 04:10
- 10:35
- 11:35
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Oct 26.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusDortmund central-Stuttgart Airport Busterminal, Heidelberg-Stuttgart CentralBook →
Deutsche BahnDortmund-Heidelberg, Dortmund-Frankfurt, Frankfurt-StuttgartBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
How the Trip from Dortmund to Stuttgart Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 7 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Dortmund central to Stuttgart Airport Busterminal, about 7h 35m. In total it's roughly €31 over 7h 35m, direct, no transfers.
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Dortmund to Stuttgart: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Stuttgart?
Routavio's route check on 7 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 7h 35m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Dortmund to Stuttgart?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 03:10 and the last at 11:35, from Dortmund central, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Dortmund to Stuttgart leave from?
Dortmund central with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Stuttgart from Dortmund?
About 328 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Dortmund to Stuttgart cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €31. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Dortmund to Stuttgart?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
Can you get from Dortmund to Stuttgart without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 35m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Stuttgart?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn
Route calculated: 7 Nov 2026