Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Stuttgart on July 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 10m	9:45pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:54am	Hbf	2h 17m	9:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:40am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 31m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	2h 26m	9:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn	7:21am	Hbf	2h 45m	10:06am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:40am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 31m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	2h 26m	9:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn	7:21am	Hbf	2h 45m	10:06am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Stuttgart on July 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 1m	5:46pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:54am	Hbf	2h 17m	9:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 5m	9:45pm	Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:40am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 31m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	2h 26m	9:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn	7:21am	Hbf	2h 45m	10:06am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:40am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 31m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	2h 26m	9:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Stuttgart on July 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 1m	5:46pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:54pm	Hbf	2h 17m	3:11pm	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 5m	9:45pm	Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:40am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 31m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	3h 18m	10:03am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn	7:21am	Hbf	2h 45m	10:06am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:40am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 31m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	3h 18m	10:03am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Stuttgart on July 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 12m	11:47pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:54pm	Hbf	2h 17m	3:11pm	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 1m	5:46pm	Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:40am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 31m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	3h 18m	10:03am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn	7:21am	Hbf	2h 45m	10:06am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 10m	9:45pm	Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:40am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 31m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Stuttgart on August 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:45pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 10m	9:55pm	Stuttgart Hbf	Cheapest
	6:54am	Hbf	2h 17m	9:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 1m	5:46pm	Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 30m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 26m	9:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn	7:21am	Hbf	2h 45m	10:06am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 10m	9:45pm	Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 30m	10:11am	Stuttgart Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Stuttgart

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 9,014, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42train per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

288 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 22,283 - CLP 178,742	Average Duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 9,014 - CLP 262,278	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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
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B
Stuttgart Airport
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C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at CLP 9,014. The average price for this train route is around CLP 78,642. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The average train trip from Cologne to Stuttgart takes 2h 30m and covers 288 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Stuttgart route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 42 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The earliest train from Cologne to Stuttgart departs at 6:01am. 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 ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 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

07-25

CLP 70,065

07-26

No data

Today

CLP 61,002

07-28

CLP 40,746

07-29

CLP 40,862

07-30

CLP 56,486

07-31

No data

08-01

CLP 20,325

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Stuttgart was searched and found on Aug 1, 2026 with a price of CLP 20,325

To 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 CLP 20,325 to CLP 222,589 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 CLP 20,325 which is on 2026-08-01.