Stuttgart S-Bahn S1 Train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Mercedes-Benz Museum

The Stuttgart S-Bahn is a suburban railway system in the Stuttgart Region operated by S-Bahn Stuttgart, a subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn. Going to Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart S-Bahn Line S1 gets you there directly from Stuttgart city via Neckarpark station.

The Stuttgart S-Bahn is part of the Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Stuttgart (VVS) or Stuttgart Transport and Tariff Association, and regular public transport tickets are accepted on the Stuttgart S-Bahn.

Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof

The Stuttgart S-Bahn operates from underground platforms at Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof as the lines continue under the station to provide direct train services to other city stations.

The route map of the Stuttgart S-Bahn.

Check the departure boards for the next train departure time and wait for the northbound S1. S1 terminals may be at Esslingen, Plochingen, or Kirchheim (Teck). All 3 destinations can be taken as this is just a short journey.

The S-Bahn platforms at Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof can fit up to 3 trains coupled together. A 2-car diagram actually means there are 2 4-car trains operating on the service, and shows you the estimated area to wait along the platform.

The interior of the DBAG Class 430 EMU in 2nd Class. Seats are arranged in a 2+2 formation.

There is also a small 1st Class compartment at the ends of the train. A small supplement must be paid to use 1st Class. Seats are arranged in a 2+2 or 1+3 formation.

There’s not much difference between 1st Class and 2nd Class on the Stuttgart S-Bahn aside from the armrest and glass door separating the compartment from the rest of the train in 2nd Class. I think 1st Class would only be useful if you want a seat in peak hours, or your ticket was sponsored.

You also get a front view of the ride in 1st Class if the driver winds up the blinds to the cab.

Heading out of the tunnel portal after Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof.

Crossing the Neckar River.

Bad Cannstatt

Making a brief stop at Bad Cannstatt. Alight here for the Straßenbahnmuseum Stuttgart.

Splitting off from the S2 and S3 after Bad Cannstatt.

Neckarpark

Neckarpark is just 2 stations away from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof. Alight here for the Mercedes-Benz Museum. The Stuttgart S-Bahn S1 journey from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Neckarpark took 8 minutes.

Some stations signs have an added “Mercedes-Benz Museum” name above “Neckarpark”.

Heading down to exit Neckarpark station.

Follow the signs to Mercedes-Benz Museum from Neckarpark.

The 750m 10-minute walk involves some crossing of roads and going under a viaduct, but it’s not too difficult.

Follow the footpath along the viaduct beside.

The road signs also help in pointing out the direction of where you should head (straight).

The Mercedes-Benz Museum is just straight ahead.

There is a Mercedes-Benz Visitor Registration counter, but this was closed.

A sign in front of it points visitors directly to the Mercedes-Benz Museum building itself across the road.

Mercedes-Benz Museum

Heading into Mercedes-Benz Museum.

Mercedes-Benz Museum Tickets

Mercedes-Benz Museum tickets can be purchased from the counter at €12 for a regular ticket. More details here.

However, I did not visit the Mercedes-Benz Museum as this would leave me no time for train rides around Stuttgart.

Mercedes-Benz Museum Shop

However, access to the Mercedes-Benz Museum Shop is free of charge, 1 floor down.

Souvenirs can be purchased from the Mercedes-Benz Museum Shop.

There are also some Mercedes-Benz vehicles on display at the Mercedes-Benz Museum Shop.

Not sure if I like this vehicle though.

Conclusion

The Stuttgart S-Bahn S1 train is a convenient and efficient way to travel from Stuttgart city to the Mercedes-Benz Museum. Do factor in the 10-minute walk between Neckarpark and Mercedes-Benz Museum when arriving and leaving.