The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Lübeck
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
7 h 29 m
Average duration
8 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
575 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Lübeck will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
To travel from Stuttgart to Lübeck you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus8:1411h26Stuttgart19:40Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich£791One-way1 change
19062 · ICE 682 · 114249:087h44Stuttgart Hbf16:52Lübeck Hbf£1211One-way2 changes
ICE 772 · 114249:237h29Stuttgart Hbf16:52Lübeck Hbf£1211One-way1 change
ICE 612 · 114269:498h03Stuttgart Hbf17:52Lübeck Hbf£1391One-way1 change
19064 · ICE 880 · 1142610:127h40Stuttgart Hbf17:52Lübeck Hbf£1391One-way2 changes
ICE 772 · 114249:237h29Stuttgart Hbf16:52Lübeck Hbf£1211One-way1 change
19064 · ICE 880 · 1142610:127h40Stuttgart Hbf17:52Lübeck Hbf£1391One-way2 changes
19062 · ICE 682 · 114249:087h44Stuttgart Hbf16:52Lübeck Hbf£1211One-way2 changes
ICE 612 · 114269:498h03Stuttgart Hbf17:52Lübeck Hbf£1391One-way1 change
FlixTrain+
FlixBus8:1411h26Stuttgart19:40Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich£791One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Stuttgart to Lübeck
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 575 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £179 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Lübeck train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Lübeck trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:27 Stuttgart | 12h23 | 17:50 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:14 Stuttgart | 11h26 | 17:40 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:14 Stuttgart | 11h36 | 18:50 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stuttgart to Lübeck by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Lübeck
Trains from Stuttgart to Lübeck run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 575 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 575 km |
Average train duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:13 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Stuttgart to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Stuttgart and Lübeck from £27. 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.
FAQs: Stuttgart to Lübeck train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Lübeck
- 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.
- Café le Théatre
- Maison Banh Mi
- Bangkok Express
- Graf Eberhard
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Hansa Hotel
- Novum Hotel Boulevard
- Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
- Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
- MyWaffel
- McDonald's
- Cafe Maret
- Café Brazil
- LIHO
- Mercure
- Hotel Stadt Lübeck
- Hotel an der Marienkirche
- Campus Kebab
- Bierhaus
- Jahn-Stuben
- Kleines Steakhouse
- Hotel Ideal
- TEATIME
- Café Marleen
- Strandoase
- Ostsee Lounge
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde
- Seeschlößchen
- Deutscher Kaiser
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