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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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 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | STR Airport | Cheapest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | STR Airport | Fastest | |||||
 | Cologne/Bonn Airport | STR Airport | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | STR Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Stuttgart
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 2 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just R 372, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Stuttgart?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Stuttgart
- BArnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
- CKornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
- DWestrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
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Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Stuttgart by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart start at R 412. The average price for this route is around R 598. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Stuttgart is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 286 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Stuttgart route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Stuttgart at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Stuttgart?
A bus trip from Cologne to Stuttgart produces an estimated 7.1400999999999994 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11571 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Stuttgart?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Stuttgart?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Stuttgart was searched and found on 09 Apr 2026 with a price of R 481To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 481 to R 3 377 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 481, which is on 2026-04-09.
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.
