Airport Access: Stuttgart International Airport (STR) is 13 kilometers south. S-Bahn S2/S3 trains connect directly to downtown (20-30 minutes). Taxis and rental cars available at airport exits.
Public Transport: Efficient integrated network of U-Bahn (subway), S-Bahn (commuter rail), trams, and buses operated by SSB. Day passes are sold by VVS (check the current fares). Only the StuttCard PLUS includes VVS public transport; the standard StuttCard does not.
U-Bahn & Trams: Frequency every 10-15 minutes during day hours. Night service available on weekends. Electronic tickets purchased at machines with English interface.
Cycling: Stuttgart has extensive dedicated bike lanes. Bike rentals available throughout city at €10-15/day. Flat downtown ideal for easy cycling.
Taxis: Plentiful throughout city center. Base fare €2.50, approximately €1.75/km. Uber available but slightly more expensive than traditional taxis.
Car Rental: Multiple agencies at airport and downtown. Expect €35-60/day. Parking in city center €2-4/hour; many hotels offer parking.
S2 and S3 serve the airport and take around 25–30 minutes to the central station, The airport–city trip requires two zones; the 2026 adult single ticket for two zones is €4.50.