1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 53 m
Trains on 19 Sept
9
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Ingolstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Ingolstadt will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Stuttgart to Ingolstadt you need to make at least one change.
IC 2067 · ICE 785
IC 2065 · ICE 783
19129 · ICE 913+
86678
ICE 913+
86678
ICE 511 · 57039 · Bus RB13+
86670
ICE 913+
86678
19129 · ICE 913+
86678
IC 2067 · ICE 785
IC 2065 · ICE 783
S2 · 19129 · ICE 913+
86678Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Ingolstadt 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 flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 165 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price | £129 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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 Ingolstadt:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Ingolstadt costing on average £53.
A coach is £112 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Ingolstadt costing on average £129.
Other travel options to Ingolstadt take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 47m.
Coach takes on average 3h 30m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 47m by train vs 2h 53m by car). Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Ingolstadt trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 591 · 59094 | Delayed 7:21 9:17Stuttgart Hbf | 3h08 | 12:25 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 913 · ICE 788 | On time 9:43 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h11 | 12:54 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 913 · 59126+ 84279 | On time 9:43 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h04 | 12:47 Ingolstadt Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2067 · ICE 785 | On time 10:09 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h54 | 13:03 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 513 · 57047 · Bus RB13+ 86686 | On time 10:17 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h27 | 13:44 Ingolstadt Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 563 · 4020 | On time 10:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h00 | 13:51 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 563 · 57034+ 84281 | On time 10:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h57 | 13:48 Ingolstadt Hbf | 2 changes | |
S1 · 88617 · ICE 1007 | 10:55 Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h03 | 13:58 Ingolstadt Hbf | 2 changes | |
88617 · ICE 1007 | 11:00 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h58 | 13:58 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 593 · 59098 | On time 11:17 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h06 | 14:23 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 915 · 59128+ 84283 | On time 11:43 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h05 | 14:48 Ingolstadt Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 915 · 59406 | On time 11:43 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h08 | 14:51 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2069 · ICE 787 | Delayed 12:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h55 | 13:05 13:05Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 515 · 57055 · Bus RB13+ 86702 | On time 12:17 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h29 | 15:46 Ingolstadt Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 565+ 86702 | On time 12:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h41 | 15:32 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 565 · 59408 | On time 12:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h00 | 15:51 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
S1 · 88619 · ICE 1009 | 12:55 Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h03 | 15:58 Ingolstadt Hbf | 2 changes | |
88619 · ICE 1009 | 13:00 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h58 | 15:58 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 595 · 59102 | On time 13:17 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h07 | 16:24 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 225+ 86710 | On time 13:43 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h49 | 16:32 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2065 · ICE 783 | On time 8:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h55 | 11:03 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 511 · 57039 · Bus RB13+ 86670 | On time 8:17 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h29 | 11:46 Ingolstadt Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 267 · 59404 | On time 8:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h00 | 11:51 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 267 · 57026+ 84127 | On time 8:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h56 | 11:47 Ingolstadt Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Ingolstadt run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 0:38 |
Last train 23:36 |
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Discover the best of Ingolstadt — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ingolstadt trip today.
Automobile museum by Audi with historic cars, concept vehicles and interactive displays tracing mobility and brand history.
Museum of military history in a former fortress building, covering armed conflict, society and technology across centuries.
Compact medical history museum with anatomical specimens and exhibits linked to the university tradition of the city.
Central square lined with historic façades, arcades and civic buildings; a natural starting point for exploring the old town.
Main pedestrian shopping street through the historic centre, good for strolling between churches, gates and public squares.
Riverside green space along the Danube with paths, open views and a relaxed setting for walks near the city centre.
Roast pork with a dark beer gravy, usually served with dumplings and cabbage. A Bavarian staple widely eaten in and around Ingolstadt.
Pan-fried pork sausages from Nuremberg, commonly served nearby with sauerkraut or potato salad. A Franconian-Bavarian classic popular in Upper Bavaria too.
A crisp roast pork belly with crackling, often paired with dark beer sauce and dumplings. Traditional in Bavarian taverns across the region.
Smart restaurant with a refined menu focused on seasonal regional cooking, plus a polished but relaxed dining room.
Traditional Bavarian inn serving roast pork, sausages and beer in a historic, wood-panelled setting near the old town.
Established brewery restaurant known for hearty Bavarian dishes and house beer in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local transit is reasonable, and tourist costs are lower than in Munich.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Ingolstadt Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Ingolstadt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stuttgart to Ingolstadt trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Ingolstadt Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Ingolstadt 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.
Ingolstadt Hbf is 2 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Nave Pizzaservice, Pizzeria Romi, China Restaurant Ten Eins, Romeo e Giulietta
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
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