How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Stuttgart to Cologne?

The average train trip from Stuttgart to Cologne takes 2h 31m and covers 288 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 29 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , FlixBus , Deutsche Bahn - SNCF , TGV inOui .

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

The earliest train from Stuttgart to Cologne departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 8:51pm.

What is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV inOui , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV inOui has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Stuttgart to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV inOui , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 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 Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Stuttgart to Cologne from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Stuttgart to Cologne on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:15am	Hbf	5h 30m	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	12:38pm	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 10m	2:48pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:16pm	Hbf	7h 4m	10:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:36am	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 13m	8:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:50am	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 29m	10:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Cologne on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		7:17am	Hbf	5h 43m	1:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		3:16pm	Hbf	7h 4m	10:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Cologne on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	7h 21m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	12:26pm	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 3m	2:29pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	8:05am	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 9m	11:14am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:36am	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 30m	11:06am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:49am	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 17m	11:06am	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:31 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go 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 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

288 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $434	Average Duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $375	Average Duration2h 31m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $65	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg 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

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Deutsche Bahn - SNCF

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Cologne 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 Stuttgart to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The average train trip from Stuttgart to Cologne takes 2h 31m and covers 288 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 29 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn - SNCF, TGV inOui.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Cologne departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 8:51pm.
What is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV inOui has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Stuttgart to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 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 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.

Best price found

12-10

$31

12-11

No data

Today

$68

12-13

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12-14

$62

12-15

$31

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The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $31

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 $31 to $368 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 $31 which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.