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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Fastest | ||||
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DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 183, 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start from MAD 183. The average price for this train route is around MAD 722. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Cologne is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 179 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 57m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 40 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 06:05. And the latest train departs at 20:49.
Which 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?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service 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 29 Jun 2026 with a price of MAD 450To 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 MAD 450 to MAD 2,484 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 MAD 450, which is on 2026-06-29.
