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

The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start from NOK 182. The average price for this train route is around NOK 719. 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 27m, covering a distance of 288 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Cologne route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 33 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , 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 06:02. 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.

Train Stuttgart to Cologne from NOK 204 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 19 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:36	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 30m	23:06	Hbf	Cheapest
	18:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 16m	21:05	Hbf	Fastest
	18:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 25m	21:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	19:36	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 51m	23:27	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	18:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 25m	21:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 20 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	4h 31m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	06:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 16m	09:05	Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr	06:02	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 27m	08:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	07:49	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 52m	11:41	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr	06:02	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 27m	08:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 21 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	4h 31m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	06:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 16m	09:05	Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr	06:02	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 27m	08:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	07:49	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 52m	11:41	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	19:36	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 57m	23:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 22 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:05	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 9m	09:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	06:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 16m	09:05	Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr	06:02	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 27m	08:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	07:49	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 52m	11:41	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	19:36	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 48m	23:24	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 23 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	7h 26m	19:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	08:26	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 3m	10:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	06:15	Hbf	6h 45m	13:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 30m	09:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	06:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 53m	09:42	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 24 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	7h 21m	15:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	12:26	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 3m	14:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	7h 26m	19:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:05	Stuttgart Hbf	4h 34m	10:39	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	08:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 44m	11:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 25 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	4h 31m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	12:26	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 3m	14:29	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:49	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 30m	09:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	08:05	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 9m	11:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	18:26	Stuttgart Hbf	4h 1m	22:27	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

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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 27 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 182, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33train per day

2h 27mAverage duration

288 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceNOK 211 - NOK 1,590	Average duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceNOK 182 - NOK 2,575	Average duration2h 27m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Cologne?

Stuttgart

A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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B
Stuttgart Airport
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C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.1

IC Bus

4.5/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

DE train companies: RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

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 NOK 182. The average price for this train route is around NOK 719. 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 27m, covering a distance of 288 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 33 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, 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 06:02. 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.

Best price found

17/05

NOK 1,132

18/05

NOK 839

Today

NOK 408

20/05

NOK 566

21/05

NOK 566

22/05

NOK 792

23/05

NOK 407

24/05

NOK 408

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on 23 May 2026 with a price of NOK 407

To 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 NOK 407 to NOK 2,727 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 NOK 407, which is on 2026-05-23.