4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Stuttgart
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
288 km
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 £21.
Of the 17 buses that leave Cologne for Stuttgart every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
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 prices starting from £16. 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 coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £161.
Distance: 288 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £369 Average Price |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Stuttgart bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Stuttgart coaches for today, Saturday 14 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 21:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h45 | 03:05 Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 6h05 | 03:25 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 changesdirect | |
 50449 · 30488 | 22:00 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h15 | 18:15 Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h25 | 03:55 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 15 March | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 7h35 | 11:25 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:15 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 6h50 | 14:05 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 6h35 | 16:20 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 09:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 6h57 | 16:42 Stuttgart | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h45 | 18:20 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 14:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 6h10 | 20:45 Stuttgart | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h40 | 20:15 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 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 4h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 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.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 24m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to StuttgartYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Stuttgart with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Stuttgart
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Local Bakery (in the station)
- Available outside the station for convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, X3 Train: S2, S3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Swabian Delights (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, 828 Train: S2, S3
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