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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Stuttgart

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£38

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

5 h 24 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

5 h 36 m

Buses on 12 Sept

11

Distance

288 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

On Sat 12 Sept, we found 11 buses from Cologne to Stuttgart, including 8 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:355h24
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    23:59Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    £241One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    23:305h25
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    4:55Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:355h45
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    19:20Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:156h50
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    15:05Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:506h25
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    11:15Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    £281One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Stuttgart

Omio 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 coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a flight costs an average of £275.

Distance: 288 km

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£25

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£47

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£275

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£48

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5h 30m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.9 - 1.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Stuttgart is a coach with an average price of £25.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Stuttgart:

A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Stuttgart costing on average £47.

A coach is £250 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Stuttgart costing on average £275.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 44m.

Coach takes on average 5h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Stuttgart including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £23. The journey takes 5h 0m versus 3h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Cologne to Stuttgart bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Stuttgart coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus22:20 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
5h45
4:05 Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus22:20 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
6h05
4:25 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe0 changesdirect
BlaBlaCar Bus50449 · 3048823:00 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
20h15
19:15 Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB1 change
FlixBusFlixBus23:30 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
5h25
4:55 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe0 changesdirect
Saturday 12 September
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus4:50 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
6h25
11:15 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe1 change
FlixBusFlixBus8:15 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
6h50
15:05 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:45 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
6h35
17:20 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain10:45 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
6h57
17:42 Stuttgart1 change
FlixBusFlixBus13:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
5h45
19:20 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
5h40
21:15 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
5h24
23:59 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Stuttgart

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Buses from Cologne to Stuttgart run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 288 km distance in 5h 24m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
288 km
Average bus duration
5h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
10
Fastest bus
5h 24m
First bus
0:35
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to StuttgartYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Stuttgart with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
5h 24m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£17
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to StuttgartYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Stuttgart with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
5h 24m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£17
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

Complete guide to Stuttgart

Things to do in Stuttgart

Discover the best of Stuttgart — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stuttgart trip today.

  • Must visit

Mercedes-Benz Museum

Major motoring museum tracing the brand's development through cars, racing and design. Strong architecture and broad appeal.

  • Must visit

Porsche Museum

Sleek museum presenting Porsche road and racing cars in a dramatic setting. Ideal for design, engineering and motorsport fans.

  • Recommended

Kunstmuseum Stuttgart

Leading art museum on Schlossplatz with modern and contemporary works, plus a clear glass-cube design that stands out in the centre.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and meals are mid-priced, while public transport is efficient and fairly priced for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.

FAQs: Cologne to Stuttgart coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Stuttgart by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne to Stuttgart is £25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cologne to Stuttgart is 5h 24m to travel the 288 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cologne to Stuttgart leaves at 0:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cologne to Stuttgart leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Cologne to Stuttgart with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Cologne to Stuttgart, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Stuttgart. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cologne and Stuttgart and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Cologne , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen), Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2), Leverkusen, Bf Mitte, Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf . When arriving in Stuttgart , you can end your route in coach stations like Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe, Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof, Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB, Kornwestheim, Bahnhofstrasse, Leonberg, Bahnhof, Böblingen, ZOB.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen), which is located around 13 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Stuttgart from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 24m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cologne to Stuttgart is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Stuttgart including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart for coach company FlixBus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart depends on the coach companies:
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Stuttgart

Most Cologne to Stuttgart buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe station pair, with some services arriving at Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Stuttgart bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Cologne
Arrival bus stations in Stuttgart

Which Cologne station do buses to Stuttgart leave from?

Buses from Cologne to Stuttgart leave from Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). The station is 13 km from Cologne city centre at Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany.
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)Kennedystrasse, Koln, GermanyWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 8m · £4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 12m · £4

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, GermanyWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 16m · £4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 20m · £4
Re · 21m · every ~2 min
BusS19, S12 · 27m · £5

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.

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