Bus from Stuttgart to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 19 July
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
STR Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
STR Airport
Cologne/Bonn AirportNo tags
Flixbus
STR Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
STR Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
STR Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
STR Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:03 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38train per day
2h 25mAverage duration
179 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceMAD 208 - MAD 2,191Average duration6h 55m
7kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceMAD 90 - MAD 2,686Average duration2h 25m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stuttgart to Cologne

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start from MAD 208. The average price for this route is around MAD 324. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    The average bus journey time from Stuttgart to Cologne is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 176 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, OneBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Cologne at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    A bus journey from Stuttgart to Cologne produces an estimated 7.068325 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OneBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OneBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
17/07
MAD 331
18/07
MAD 308
Today
MAD 336
20/07
MAD 258
21/07
MAD 896
22/07
MAD 1,064
23/07
MAD 241
24/07
MAD 1,176
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on 23 Jul 2026 with a price of MAD 241

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from MAD 241 to MAD 1,568 for a bus ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 241, which is on 2026-07-23.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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