Getting to Stuttgart Airport – S-Bahn, Car & Bus

Stuttgart Airport (STR) lies south of the city on the Filder plateau, right next to the Stuttgart trade fair centre. Whether by S-Bahn from the main station, via the A8 motorway, or by long-distance coach – the connections are frequent and straightforward. Here is how to reach STR relaxed and on time for your departure.

By S-Bahn: S2 and S3

The fastest and most affordable connection from Stuttgart city centre is the S-Bahn.

  • Lines S2 and S3 run from the main station directly to Flughafen/Messe.
  • The journey takes around 27 minutes; services run approximately every 15 minutes during the day.
  • The station is directly beneath the terminal – no changing trains, no long walk.

By Car: A8 and B27

By car, STR is easily accessible from all parts of Baden-Württemberg.

  • Via the A8 motorway (Karlsruhe – Ulm) and the B27 you reach the airport directly.
  • Good access from the direction of Karlsruhe, Ulm, Tübingen/Reutlingen, and the Heilbronn area.
  • Numerous car parks close to the terminal are available directly at the airport.

By Coach & Trade Fair Proximity

  • Long-distance coaches stop at the airport coach station (SAB) immediately adjacent to the terminal.
  • The location right next to Landesmesse Stuttgart makes the combination of trade fair visit and flight particularly convenient.

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