Fastest way from Stuttgart to Vienna (Austria): Flight, about 1h 15min (from €107). Cheapest: Bus, from €28 (about 8h 35min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 10, 2026): Eurowings, FlixBus, Austrian Airlines; main departure point: Stuttgart Airport.
There are 3 ways to get from Stuttgart to Vienna (Austria)
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 10, 2026 for a departure on December 1, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESTbahn | Train | Stuttgart Central | €56 | 2 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Stuttgart Airport | €28 | 8 |
| Eurowings | Flight | Stuttgart Airport | €107 | 14 |
| Wizz Air | Flight | Memmingen Airport | €126 | 1 |
| Austrian Airlines | Flight | Stuttgart Airport | €322 | 7 |
| Lufthansa | Flight | Stuttgart Airport | €329 | 3 |
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Practical tips
Check bus, train and flight side by side in the table before paying. The cheapest option is not always the best for your schedule, and a pricier ticket is not always much faster once transfers are counted.
Read your e-ticket for the precise boarding point. In Stuttgart, the central bus station, the main station and the airport are different places, and going to the wrong one is the easiest way to miss your trip.
Bus fares tend to rise as the date approaches and popular departures fill up. Booking ahead usually locks in the lowest price and gives you your choice of departure time, especially on weekends and holidays.
A flight looks fast on paper, but add getting to the airport, security, boarding and the trip from Vienna airport into town. Compare door to door before assuming it beats the train.
Keep your passport or ID within reach for possible checks when entering Austria. Choose a departure that arrives well before your accommodation's check-in or your onward connection, so a delay does not cost you.
The journey experience
Stuttgart to Vienna is one of those trips where the right choice really depends on your priorities, and you can settle it in seconds. Bus, train and plane all cover this route, and the comparison table on this page puts duration, price range and frequency side by side so you can decide without opening ten tabs.
The bus is the budget pick: you board with your luggage, sit back on a reclining seat and cross into Austria without changing anything. The train is the comfortable middle ground, with more legroom, a dining option on many services, space to walk around and scenic stretches through Bavaria and the Danube valley, though a change is possible depending on the connection. The plane is by far the quickest in the air, but remember the transfers to and from the airports, check-in and baggage rules, which eat into the time you save.
Our advice: if your wallet matters most, book the bus early. If your time matters most, take the train or fly. Always check the exact departure point on your e-ticket, since a central bus station, a main station and an airport are not the same place. Border crossing between Germany and Austria is simple within the Schengen area, but keep your ID or passport handy. Book online and your e-ticket arrives instantly.
Frequently asked questions — Stuttgart → Vienna (Austria)
It depends on your priority. The bus is the cheapest, from €28. The train takes about 7 to 8 hours from €56 and is more comfortable. The plane is the fastest at about 1 h 15 to 1 h 30, from €107, but airport transfers add time. Compare them in the table above.
By train, expect about 7 to 8 hours. The bus takes around 9 hours. A flight lasts about 1 h 15 to 1 h 30 in the air, though you should add time for getting to the airport, security and the journey into the city centre at the other end.
Bus tickets start from €28 and typically go up to €29. Train tickets start from €56, typically up to €57. Flights start from €107 and typically reach €181. Prices vary with date and how early you book, so reserving ahead is usually the best way to secure a low fare.
The train is faster at about 7 to 8 hours against about 9 hours by bus, but it costs more, from €56 versus from €28. If you are on a budget and the extra time is fine, the bus is the better value. If comfort and time matter, choose the train.
Departure points can be the central bus station, the main station or the airport in Stuttgart, depending on the mode you choose. The exact stop is shown on your e-ticket after booking, so check it before leaving and allow time to find the right platform or bay.
Why visit Vienna (Austria)?
- ✓ Tour the Habsburg apartments and gardens of Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- ✓ Admire Klimt's The Kiss at the Belvedere and the Egon Schiele collections at the Leopold Museum
- ✓ Enjoy a Melange and a slice of Sachertorte in a historic coffeehouse such as Café Central
- ✓ Attend a concert or opera at the Wiener Staatsoper or the Musikverein, home of the New Year's Concert
- ✓ Stroll through the Naschmarkt and the Ringstrasse, then ride the Riesenrad in the Prater
When to visit Vienna (Austria)?
CONTINENTAL TEMPERATE CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — mild temperatures, long days and fewer crowds than in summer
What to do in Vienna (Austria)?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Vienna (Austria)?
Allow 3 days to cover Vienna comfortably: day one for the Innere Stadt (St. Stephen's Cathedral, Hofburg, Graben), day two for Schönbrunn Palace and the Belvedere, day three for museums, the Naschmarkt and a traditional coffeehouse. With only 2 days, prioritise the historic centre and Schönbrunn. Buy a public transport pass as the U-Bahn and trams are efficient, and book palace tickets online to skip queues.
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