Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Stuttgart Hbf | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + HLB + DB Regio NRW | Stuttgart Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Stuttgart Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
| Stuttgart Hbf | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + HLB | Stuttgart Hbf | Hbf | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + HLB + DB Regio NRW | Stuttgart Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Stuttgart to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just CZK 206, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Cologne?
Stuttgart
- A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany - C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Cologne by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start at CZK 206. The average price for this train route is around CZK 1,601. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The average train trip from Stuttgart to Cologne takes 2h 40m and covers 288 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 32 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, IC Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Cologne departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 8:49pm.
What is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is IC Bus, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Stuttgart to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is IC Bus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is IC Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 18, 2026 with a price of CZK 1,171To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CZK 1,171 to CZK 5,667 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 1,171 which is on 2026-08-18.
