Train from Cologne to Stuttgart: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Stuttgart on 12 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
HbfCheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Stuttgart HbfFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Stuttgart HbfNo tags
InterCity
Hbf
Stuttgart HbfNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Stuttgart

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
288 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€21 - €102Average duration6h 50m
7kg CO₂e
Average price€20 - €197Average duration2h 26m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€15 - €44Average duration3h 50m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Stuttgart by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Stuttgart?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart start from €20. The average price for this train route is around €64. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Stuttgart is 2h 26m, covering a distance of 289 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cologne to Stuttgart route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Eurostar.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Stuttgart?

    The earliest train from Cologne to Stuttgart departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 21:54.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Stuttgart?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Stuttgart?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Stuttgart?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Stuttgart?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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.

Best price found
09/03
€112
10/03
€87
Today
€38
12/03
€51
13/03
No data
14/03
€43
15/03
€27
16/03
€19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Stuttgart was searched and found on 16 Mar 2026 with a price of €19

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

You can expect to pay from €19 to €220 for a train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €19, which is on 2026-03-16.

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