The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Stuttgart
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Stuttgart will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hanover for Stuttgart every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 401 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hanover to Stuttgart
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £180.
Distance: 401 km
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£104 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £374 Average Price |
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Hanover to Stuttgart train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Stuttgart trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:41 Hanover | 3h57 | 10:38 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:41 Hanover | 3h57 | 18:38 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:01 Hanover | 4h07 | 20:08 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:41 Hanover | 4h26 | 23:07 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:26 Hanover | 6h07 | 01:33 Stuttgart | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover to Stuttgart
Trains from Hanover to Stuttgart run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 401 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 401 km |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Hanover to Stuttgart trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hanover and Stuttgart from £20. 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: Hanover to Stuttgart train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hanover and Stuttgart
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
- LaSall Bistro & Café
- Café Mendelssohn
- Ilion
- La Forchetta
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
- 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
- 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
- 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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