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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merano to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 8h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £42, while a coach costs an average of £52.
Distance: 278 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£42 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £84 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration Fastest 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  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.
Compare the available ways to get from Merano to Stuttgart, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Merano to Stuttgart:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Merano to Stuttgart costing on average £52.
Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 0m.
Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £84 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £43. The journey takes 9h 30m versus 5h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Stuttgart from Merano by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Merano to Stuttgart is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Merano to Stuttgart.
This is compared to other travel options from Merano to Stuttgart:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Merano to Stuttgart costing on average £52.
Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 0m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Merano and Stuttgart as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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