How much is the bus ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start at R 399. The average price for this route is around R 664. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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 286 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , OneBus .

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 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Stuttgart to Cologne produces an estimated 7 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 Stuttgart to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

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

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

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 OneBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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.

Bus Stuttgart to Cologne from R 339 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:05	Stuttgart West, Leonberg	6h 55m	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
23:20	Kornwestheim	5h 15m	04:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
11:00	STR Airport	5h 45m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
13:30	STR Airport	6h 55m	20:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
15:30	STR Airport	6h 50m	22:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:15	STR Airport	6h 45m	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
23:20	Kornwestheim	5h 15m	04:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
00:35	STR Airport	5h 25m	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
07:20	STR Airport	5h 40m	13:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
11:00	STR Airport	5h 45m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:00	STR Airport	5h 45m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	23:20	Kornwestheim	5h 15m	04:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	11:50	STR Airport	18h 35m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
	00:35	STR Airport	5h 25m	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	7h 21m	15:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:50	STR Airport	18h 35m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
		23:20	STR Airport	18h 20m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:20	Kornwestheim	5h 15m	04:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
	11:50	STR Airport	18h 35m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
	00:35	STR Airport	5h 25m	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	7h 21m	15:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	23:20	STR Airport	18h 20m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:30	STR Airport	6h 10m	04:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	23:20	Kornwestheim	5h 15m	04:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	11:50	STR Airport	18h 35m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
	00:35	STR Airport	5h 25m	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	7h 21m	15:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 22 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:30	Kornwestheim	7h 30m	13:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	23:20	Kornwestheim	5h 15m	04:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	11:50	STR Airport	18h 35m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
	00:35	STR Airport	5h 25m	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	7h 21m	15:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 251, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

288 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 399 - R 5 286	Average duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 326 - R 4 563	Average duration2h 31m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 251 - R 785	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stuttgart and Cologne?

Stops in Stuttgart

A
Stuttgart Airport
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B
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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C
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 2
Westrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
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D
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 1
Kornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
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E
Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 626 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 231 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

OneBus

4/514 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi5

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Cologne 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 Stuttgart to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start at R 399. The average price for this route is around R 664. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 286 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, OneBus.
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 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Cologne?
A bus trip from Stuttgart to Cologne produces an estimated 7 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 Stuttgart to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OneBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
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 OneBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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

14/12

R 560

15/12

R 518

Today

R 519

17/12

R 519

18/12

R 540

19/12

R 2 697

20/12

R 727

21/12

R 747

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 518

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 R 518 to R 3 320 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 R 519, which is on 2025-12-17.

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.