- Must visit
Mercedes-Benz Museum
Flagship automotive museum with iconic architecture and a comprehensive history of Mercedes-Benz and mobility.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 29 trains that leave Cologne for Stuttgart on Sat, Jun 20, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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ICE 911
ICE 23 · ICE 913
ICE 1648 · ICE 573
ICE 913
ICE 915
ICE 913
ICE 919
ICE 911
ICE 225Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $203.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $474 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Stuttgart:
A bus is $65 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Stuttgart costing on average $100 (€82).
A bus is $439 (€360) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Stuttgart costing on average $474 (€388).
Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 47m.
Bus takes on average 4h 58m.
You'll arrive about 1h 12m sooner (2h 47m by train vs 3h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $100 (€82) compared to roughly $64 (€53) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Stuttgart trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 23 · ICE 513 | Delayed 4:35 AM 6:33 AMCologne Hbf | 3h38 | 10:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1648 · ICE 573 | On time 6:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 10:38 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 · ICE 591 | Delayed 4:57 AM 6:54 AMCologne Hbf | 2h17 | 9:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 913 | On time 7:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h03 | 9:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 25 · ICE 915 | On time 7:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 11:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 513 | On time 7:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 10:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1940 · ICE 575 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 12:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 103 · ICE 2583 | Delayed 7:01 AM 8:54 AMCologne Hbf | 2h17 | 11:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 915 | On time 9:31 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h02 | 11:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 27 · ICE 225 | On time 9:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 1:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 515 | Delayed 8:10 AM 9:54 AMCologne Hbf | 2h17 | 12:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 217 · ICE 575 | On time 9:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h40 | 12:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 217 | On time 9:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h51 | 12:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2013 · ICE 517 | On time 10:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h18 | 2:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 · ICE 595 | On time 10:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 1:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 225 | On time 11:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h15 | 1:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 29 · ICE 919 | On time 11:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 3:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 517 | On time 11:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 2:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1644 · ICE 579 | On time 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 4:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 · ICE 597 | On time 12:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h18 | 3:12 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 919 | On time 1:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h03 | 3:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 229 · ICE 1011 | On time 1:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 5:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519 | On time 1:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 4:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1946 · ICE 771 | On time 2:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 6:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 109 · ICE 599 | On time 2:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 5:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1011 | On time 3:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h03 | 5:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 927 · ICE 1013 | On time 3:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 7:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 611 | On time 3:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 6:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1948 · ICE 773 | On time 4:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 8:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 201 · ICE 691 | On time 4:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 7:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1013 | On time 5:32 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h01 | 7:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 929 · ICE 1015 | On time 5:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 9:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 613 | On time 5:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 8:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1640 · ICE 775 | On time 6:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h58 | 10:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 203 · ICE 693 | On time 6:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 9:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 827 · 4553 · ICE 991 | On time 3:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h49 | 7:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 911 | On time 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h08 | 7:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 511 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h23 | 8:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 23 · ICE 913 | On time 5:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 9:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Cologne to Stuttgart run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Stuttgart — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stuttgart trip today.
Flagship automotive museum with iconic architecture and a comprehensive history of Mercedes-Benz and mobility.
Modern museum showcasing Porsche sports cars, prototypes, and brand history in a striking contemporary building.
Major art museum known for European masters, modern art, and its celebrated postmodern extension.
Stuttgart’s central square and main gathering place, surrounded by major landmarks and lawns.
Major pedestrian shopping street and one of the city’s busiest, best for experiencing central Stuttgart.
Influential modernist housing estate linked to leading 20th-century architects and design history.
Large Swabian pasta pockets traditionally filled with minced meat, spinach, onions, and herbs, served in broth or pan-fried. They are one of Stuttgart’s signature regional dishes.
Soft egg noodles typical of Swabia, often served as a side or topped with cheese and onions. They are a staple of home-style cooking around Stuttgart.
A richer version of Spätzle baked or tossed with melted cheese and fried onions. It is a beloved comforting dish across the Stuttgart region.
Established fine-dining restaurant and boutique hotel offering refined modern cuisine with elegant presentation and a polished atmosphere.
Traditional Swabian restaurant known for classic regional dishes such as Maultaschen and Rostbraten, served in a cozy old-town tavern setting.
Well-known historic wine tavern serving hearty Swabian cooking and local wines in an intimate, rustic atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Prices are above the German average, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport and bakeries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, usually handed directly to staff.
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Stuttgart Hbf, Stuttgart -> Schlossplatz, Stuttgart
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Stuttgart trains use the Köln Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Use this guide to compare Cologne and Stuttgart train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Stuttgart Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
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