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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
It's difficult to get from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West without transferring at least once.
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2:22 AM4h39Stuttgart Hbf7:01 AMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer- 6:26 AM2h35Stuttgart Hbf9:01 AMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer
- 7:49 AM4h12Stuttgart Hbf12:01 PMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer
- 8:26 AM2h35Stuttgart Hbf11:01 AMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer
- 9:49 AM4h12Stuttgart Hbf2:01 PMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer
- 6:26 AM2h35Stuttgart Hbf9:01 AMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer
- 8:26 AM2h35Stuttgart Hbf11:01 AMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer
- 12:26 PM2h35Stuttgart Hbf3:01 PMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer
- 2:26 PM2h35Stuttgart Hbf5:01 PMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer
- 6:26 PM2h35Stuttgart Hbf9:01 PMCologne West$761One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $508.
Distance: 179 miles (289 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$131 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $508 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West:
A bus is $98 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West costing on average $131 (€106).
A bus is $476 (€388) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West costing on average $508 (€414).
Other travel options to Cologne West take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 14m.
Bus takes on average 6h 10m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (3h 14m by train vs 3h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $131 (€106) compared to roughly $64 (€52) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:22 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h39 | 7:01 AM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 6:26 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h35 | 9:01 AM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 7:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h12 | 12:01 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 8:26 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h35 | 11:01 AM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 9:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h12 | 2:01 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 10:26 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h36 | 1:02 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 11:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h12 | 4:01 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 12:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h35 | 3:01 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 1:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h12 | 6:01 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 2:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h35 | 5:01 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 3:12 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h29 | 6:41 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
.png) | 4:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h35 | 8:01 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 5:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h12 | 10:01 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 6:26 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h35 | 9:01 PM Cologne West | 1 transfer | |
| 7:23 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h38 | 11:01 PM Cologne West | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West
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Trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $115 (€94) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 08:49. The fastest train covers the 179 miles (289 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 179 miles (289 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $115 (€94) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 7:26 AM |
Last train 8:49 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Stuttgart Hbf and Cologne West from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne West, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne West
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Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Couchsnacks
- Secco
- Bistro Lotus
- Ganesha
- Flandrischer Hof
- Lasthaus am Ring
- The Ascot Hotel
- Lindner Hotel City Plaza Cologne
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