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Historisches Museum Bamberg
City museum in the Alte Hofhaltung with collections on Bamberg’s art and history. Good for understanding the city beyond its postcard views.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 9 m
Trains on 17 Sept
6
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Bamberg will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 6 trains from Stuttgart to Bamberg, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
IC 2063 · 4964
19062 · 4609
19058 · 4605
89685 · 4988
ICE 1162 · 4906
ICE 1162 · 4906
IC 2065
IC 2063 · 4964
89685 · 4988
19062 · 4609Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £148.
Distance: 176 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £148 Average Price | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Bamberg:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Bamberg costing on average £27.
A coach is £131 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Bamberg costing on average £148.
Other travel options to Bamberg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 1m.
Flight takes on average 3h 48m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 3h 1m versus 2h 46m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Bamberg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2063 · 4964 | On time 6:05 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h15 | 9:20 Bamberg | 1 change | |
ICE 1162 · 4906 | On time 7:03 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h50 | 9:53 Bamberg | 1 change | |
19058 · 4605 | 7:07 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h25 | 10:32 Bamberg | 1 change | |
IC 2065 | On time 8:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h52 | 11:00 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
89685 · 4988 | 8:57 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h23 | 12:20 Bamberg | 1 change | |
19062 · 4609 | 9:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h24 | 12:32 Bamberg | 1 change | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Bamberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 176 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 176 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 0:27 |
Last train 23:04 |
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Discover the best of Bamberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bamberg trip today.
City museum in the Alte Hofhaltung with collections on Bamberg’s art and history. Good for understanding the city beyond its postcard views.
Art museum focused on modern and contemporary works in a former palace by the Regnitz. Compact, thoughtful and easy to combine with a walk nearby.
Diocesan museum with sacred art, reliquaries, sculptures and treasures linked to Bamberg’s ecclesiastical past. Best for church art lovers.
Picturesque former fishermen’s district with half-timbered houses and canals. Ideal for strolling, photos and a quieter side of the old town.
Elegant rose garden beside the Neue Residenz with broad views across Bamberg’s rooftops. A favourite place for a calm break and city panorama.
Historic streetscape with baroque facades and local shops running through the old town. A rewarding route for architecture and everyday city life.
Iconic dark lager smoked over beechwood, giving a bacon-like aroma. It is Bamberg’s signature drink and central to the city’s brewing tradition.
Onion stuffed with minced pork and bacon, then braised in beer or stock. A hearty Franconian inn classic closely associated with Bamberg.
Blue poached sausages gently cooked in a vinegar-onion broth. A traditional Franconian sausage dish commonly served in Bamberg taverns.
Long-established restaurant with refined Franconian and German cooking, known for seasonal menus and a formal but welcoming dining room.
Traditional brewery inn serving Rauchbier and robust Franconian specialities in a rustic, local atmosphere.
Brewery restaurant by the river offering house beers and Franconian favourites in a polished historic setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are fairly priced, and local buses are reasonable. Tourist areas can cost more, but Bamberg is often cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Bamberg Hauptbahnhof -> Maximiliansplatz, Bamberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Bamberg 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 Bamberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stuttgart to Bamberg trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Bamberg station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Bamberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
Stuttgart Stadtmitte has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café le Théatre, Maison Banh Mi, Bangkok Express, Graf Eberhard
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Information desks are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Hansa Hotel, Novum Hotel Boulevard, Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Bamberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kachelofen, Brauerei Spezial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bamberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bamberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bamberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bamberg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bamberg: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Bamberg, Best Western Hotel Bamberg, Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg.
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