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

The average train ticket price from Stuttgart to Cologne is £49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Stuttgart to Cologne?

A train trip between Stuttgart and Cologne is around 3h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Stuttgart and Cologne?

The number of trains from Stuttgart to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 36. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Stuttgart to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Stuttgart to Cologne?

When taking the train from Stuttgart to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Stuttgart to Cologne?

Trains travelling between Stuttgart and Cologne leave from Hbf or Stuttgart Airport and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

Train Stuttgart to Cologne from £14 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:38	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 9m	22:47	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	08:39	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 9m	10:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	08:39	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 9m	10:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	12:38	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 21m	14:59	Hbf	No tags
	08:39	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 9m	10:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 19 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:38	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 9m	22:47	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	08:39	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 9m	10:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 13m	08:49	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 23m	08:59	Hbf	No tags
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 13m	08:49	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:16	Hbf	7h 4m	22:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	08:39	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 9m	10:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:15	Hbf	5h 30m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 13m	08:49	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 23m	08:59	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		07:17	Hbf	5h 43m	13:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		11:15	Hbf	5h 30m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 23 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:17	Hbf	5h 43m	13:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	20:38	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 9m	22:47	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:15	Hbf	5h 30m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	06:50	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 15m	09:05	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	09:23	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 39m	12:02	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Cologne on 24 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:15	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 51m	23:06	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:38	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 10m	14:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:15	Hbf	5h 30m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	06:36	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 13m	08:49	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	06:50	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 29m	10:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:37 CET.

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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

179 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £179	Average duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £183	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £36	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Deutsche Bahn - SNCF

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

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

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

Stops in Stuttgart

A - Hbf

B - Stuttgart Airport

C - Stuttgart Hbf Tief

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Cologne by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne cost?
The average train ticket price from Stuttgart to Cologne is £49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Stuttgart to Cologne?
A train trip between Stuttgart and Cologne is around 3h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Stuttgart and Cologne?
The number of trains from Stuttgart to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 36. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Stuttgart to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Stuttgart to Cologne?
When taking the train from Stuttgart to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Stuttgart to Cologne?
Trains travelling between Stuttgart and Cologne leave from Hbf or Stuttgart Airport and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/11

£121

17/11

£56

Today

£47

19/11

£49

20/11

£19

21/11

£52

22/11

£38

23/11

£52

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £19

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 £19 to £194 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 £19, which is on 2025-11-20.