How to get to Stuttgart from Bristol

Wed 14 Oct
+ Add return
Travel by coach, flight with
KLM
FlixBus
KLM Cityhopper
Edelweiss Air
National Express
1,000+ more
KLM
FlixBus
KLM Cityhopper
Edelweiss Air
National Express
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare coach and flight for Bristol to Stuttgart

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £106 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 coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £106, while a flight costs an average of £291.

Distance: 889 km

Compare flight with

Most popular
Flight
Coach
Driving

£291

Average Price

£106

Average Price

Cheapest

£50

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 31m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

21h 52m

Average total duration

21h 22m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

11h 40m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

2.7 - 5.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 2.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

KLM Cityhopper

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Stuttgart is a coach with an average price of £106.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Stuttgart:

A coach is £185 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Stuttgart costing on average £291.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Coach takes on average 21h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Stuttgart including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 9h 9m sooner (2h 31m by flight vs 11h 40m by car). Tickets start at around £291 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

Travel options
from Bristol to Stuttgart

How to get to Stuttgart from Bristol by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bristol to Stuttgart is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    15:0026h40
    Bristol
    17:40Stuttgart
    £671One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    15:0026h40
    Bristol
    17:40Stuttgart
    £671One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:1525h20
    Bristol
    5:35Stuttgart
    £1201One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBus
    19:3528h30
    Bristol
    0:05Stuttgart
    £671One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    18:3528h30
    Bristol
    23:05Stuttgart
    £691One-way
    0 changes

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries

Compare coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Wed
14 Oct
Thu
15 Oct
Fri
16 Oct
Sat
17 Oct
Sun
18 Oct
Mon
19 Oct
Tue
20 Oct

Best day trips from Stuttgart by train

The most popular day trips by train from Stuttgart are Munich, Heidelberg, Ulm, Karlsruhe and Freiburg im Breisgau. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Stuttgart on Omio.

A view of Munich

Day trip from Stuttgart to Munich by train

Why visit Munich for the day?

Munich is Bavaria’s capital, known for historic squares, beer halls and strong museum collections. Around Marienplatz and the Residenz, it feels elegant and traditional, while districts like Schwabing give it a more relaxed edge.

A view of Heidelberg

Day trip from Stuttgart to Heidelberg by train

Why visit Heidelberg for the day?

Heidelberg is a historic university city on the River Neckar, known for its baroque Altstadt and Heidelberg Castle. A large student population keeps the city lively, while riverside views and the Philosophenweg reflect its Romantic past.

A view of Ulm

Day trip from Stuttgart to Ulm by train

Why visit Ulm for the day?

Ulm, on the Danube, is known for Ulm Minster and the world’s tallest church spire. Its compact centre pairs medieval corners and canalside areas with striking modern architecture.

A view of Karlsruhe

Day trip from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe by train

Why visit Karlsruhe for the day?

Karlsruhe is known for its fan-shaped plan centred on the palace and for its role in German law. Broad streets, green spaces and a strong student and tech scene give the city a calm, orderly character.

A view of Freiburg im Breisgau

Day trip from Stuttgart to Freiburg im Breisgau by train

Why visit Freiburg im Breisgau for the day?

Freiburg im Breisgau is a university city at the edge of the Black Forest, known for its medieval centre and Bächle. Its sunny climate, lively squares and green outlook give it an easy-going character.

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Bristol to Stuttgart

Travel to Stuttgart easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Stuttgart.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Stuttgart including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Stuttgart is a coach with an average price of £106.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Stuttgart:

A coach is £185 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Stuttgart costing on average £291.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Coach takes on average 21h 52m.

The Bristol to Stuttgart distance is approximately 889 km.
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Stuttgart is:
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Stuttgart as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Stuttgart:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
  • Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Stuttgart Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Stuttgart, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Edelweiss Air to go to Stuttgart by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Stuttgart by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Stuttgart often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, London, Vienna, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stuttgart and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bristol to Stuttgart, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Stuttgart, you can explore the vibrant Markthalle, take a leisurely walk through Killesberg Park, visit the Porsche Museum, and enjoy a performance at the Stuttgart Opera House. Experience the lively Cannstatter Volksfest and discover the best sights, including the Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart State Gallery, Wilhelma Zoo and Botanical Garden, Stuttgart TV Tower, and Schlossplatz.
To explore Stuttgart's main attractions like the Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart State Gallery, and Wilhelma Zoo, a stay of two to three days is recommended.

Travelling from Bristol to Stuttgart: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to GermanyTravel to StuttgartHow to get to Stuttgart from Bristol

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone