Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hbf | Stuttgart Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + HLB | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + HLB | Hbf | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go 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 36 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Stuttgart?
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
Stuttgart
- A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany - C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Stuttgart by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart start from SEK 91. The average price for this train route is around SEK 764. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Stuttgart is 2h 36m, covering a distance of 179 miles (288 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Stuttgart route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 41 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Stuttgart at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 11:58pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Stuttgart?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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 Cologne to Stuttgart was searched and found on Aug 12, 2026 with a price of SEK 207To 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 SEK 207 to SEK 1,762 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 SEK 207 which is on 2026-08-12.
