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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Stuttgart Hbf | Fastest | |||||
S-Bahn + InterCity | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Cologne Messe/Deutz | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Stuttgart Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Stuttgart
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 205, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Stuttgart?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig 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
- AArnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
- C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Stuttgart by train
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 train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart start from R 290. The average price for this train route is around R 1 120. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Stuttgart is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 288 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Stuttgart route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 27 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Eurostar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The earliest train from Cologne to Stuttgart departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 20:54.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Stuttgart?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 309To 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 R 309 to R 4 683 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 R 309, which is on 2025-12-16.
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.
