The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stuttgart for Friedrichshafen 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 127 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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 and coach for Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 127 km
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:44 Stuttgart | 2h19 | 08:03 Friedrichshafen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:49 Stuttgart | 2h14 | 08:03 Friedrichshafen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:37 Stuttgart | 2h15 | 09:52 Friedrichshafen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:39 Stuttgart | 2h13 | 16:52 Friedrichshafen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:39 Stuttgart | 2h13 | 18:52 Friedrichshafen | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen
Trains from Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 00:19 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG), DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), TGV INOUI from Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG), DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), TGV INOUI trains will get you between Stuttgart and Friedrichshafen from £15. 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.
TGV INOUI
Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft
Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG)
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
FAQs: Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Friedrichshafen 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 Friedrichshafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Friedrichshafen
- 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.
- 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
- Albert's Kebaphaus
- Wurstkessel
- Weingut und Besenwirtschaft Wöhrwag
- Wahl's Lokal
- Brita 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
- 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
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:15 - 16:30
- Sunday: 12:00 - 17:00
- Kochlöffel
- Ailinger Hof
- Cafe Vinebar Al Porto
- Felders
- Stadthotel Kleiner Berg
- Select Hotel Goldenes Rad Friedrichshafen
- Schwanen
- Villa Von Soden
- Do-X
- Imbiss auf Besucherterrasse
- LSC Restaurant
- Volare
- McDonald's
- Antalya
- Credo Ristorante
- Il Tricolore
- Comfort Hotel Friedrichshafen
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