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 $84. 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 25m and covers 289 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 18 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 9:49pm.

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 $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Stuttgart to Cologne on March 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:36pm	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 40m	11:16pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:49pm	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 16m	9:05pm	Hbf	Fastest
	6:49pm	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 25m	9:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:36pm	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 40m	11:16pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:49pm	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 27m	11:16pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Cologne on March 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	7h 26m	7:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	12:49pm	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 14m	3:03pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	7h 21m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:49am	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 17m	9:06am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	1:14pm	Stuttgart Hbf	4h 14m	5:28pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Cologne on March 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:26am	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 40m	10:06am	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:49am	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 16m	9:05am	Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	7h 26m	7:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:49am	Stuttgart Hbf	2h 25m	9:14am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	1:14pm	Stuttgart Hbf	3h 52m	5:06pm	Hbf	No tags

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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 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

288 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $144	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $277	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $65	Average Duration3h 50m	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

3.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.2

FlixTrain

3/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi2.3

FlixBus

3.5/512,314 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

Wi‑Fi4

DE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn, VIA Rail Canada, Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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 $84. 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 25m and covers 289 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 18 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 9:49pm.
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

03-11

$34

03-12

$50

Today

$80

03-14

$44

03-15

No data

03-16

No data

03-17

$31

03-18

No data

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on Mar 17, 2026 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 $389 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 2026-03-17.

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.