1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 16 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 16 Sept
£72
Fastest journey on 16 Sept
5 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 16 Sept
5 h 54 m
Trains on 16 Sept
3
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Osnabrück is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Osnabrück will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
On Wed 16 Sept, we found 3 trains from Stuttgart to Osnabrück, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 5 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 15 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Osnabrück among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £250.
Distance: 396 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £250 Average Price | £66 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg 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 Osnabrück:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Osnabrück costing on average £58.
A coach is £216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Osnabrück costing on average £250.
Other travel options to Osnabrück take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 53m.
Coach takes on average 8h 9m.
The journey is about 56m faster (4h 53m by train vs 5h 49m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£58 vs £66). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Osnabrück trains for today, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1012 · 10215 | Delayed 7:01 8:26Stuttgart Hbf | 4h45 | 13:11 Osnabrück Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 · ICE 1032 | Delayed 7:01 8:26Stuttgart Hbf | 6h26 | 14:52 Osnabrück Hbf | 2 changes | |
19062 · ICE 682 · ICE 144 | On time 9:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h56 | 15:04 Osnabrück Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 612 · IC 2047 · ICE 200 | Delayed 7:51 9:49Stuttgart Hbf | 5h32 | 15:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 612 | Delayed 7:51 9:49Stuttgart Hbf | 4h32 | 12:27 12:27Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Osnabrück run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 396 km distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 396 km |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Osnabrück — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Osnabrück trip today.
Large cultural history museum with art, archaeology, and city history exhibits spread across several historic buildings.
Museum in a former monastery presenting Felix Nussbaum’s work and the life of the Jewish painter in a striking modern building.
Museum on Erich Maria Remarque’s life and work, with literature, exile, and anti-war themes in a compact historic setting.
Historic market square framed by gabled houses, the town hall, and St. Marien. A classic starting point for exploring the old town.
Popular pedestrian street with independent shops, old façades, and easy access to major sights. Good for a relaxed city stroll.
Green palace gardens behind Schloss Osnabrück, ideal for a quiet walk, seasonal flowers, and a break close to the city centre.
A hearty kale stew from north-west Germany, usually cooked with smoked sausage and potatoes. A cold-season staple around Osnabrück.
Pan-fried potato slices with onions and bacon, often served as a rustic side or main. A classic everyday dish in Lower Saxony and Westphalia.
A robust green bean stew with potatoes and bacon or sausage. Traditional farmhouse cooking typical of the Osnabrück region.
Upscale dining focused on refined modern cuisine and carefully presented plates in an elegant city-centre setting.
Popular casual spot for flammkuchen and wine, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to a light meal in the centre.
Traditional German inn serving regional classics and seasonal dishes in a historic, cosy setting in the old town.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transport is reasonable and many sights are low-cost compared with larger German cities.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Osnabrück Hbf -> Neumarkt, Osnabrück
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Osnabrück 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 Osnabrück, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stuttgart to Osnabrück trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Osnabrück Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Osnabrück 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, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
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.
Osnabrück 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: Beykebab, Kochlöffel, Algarve Grill, Pizza Max
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Hbf. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Pension Haus Auf Dem Klushügel, Best Western Hotel Hohenzollern, Ibis Budget, Boardinghouse Villa Il Paradiso.
Osnabrück Altstadt 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: McDonald's, Cafe Extrablatt, Cafe & Bar Celona, Café Mano Negra
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Osnabrück Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Osnabrück Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Romantikhotel Walhalla, Dom-Hotel, Hotel am Nikolaiort, Bergmann Boardinghouse.
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