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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stuttgart to Cologne
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 2 buses that leave Stuttgart for Cologne every day 1 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 12 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 30 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.
FlixBus22:505h50Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof4:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£291One-way0 changes
30493 · 5042823:2018h30Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB17:50Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£1001One-way1 change
- FlixBus22:505h50Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof4:40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£291One-way0 changes
- 30493 · 5042823:2018h30Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB17:50Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)£1001One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stuttgart to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. 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 £21, and a flight costs an average of £188.
Distance: 288 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price | £400 Average Price |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m 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
Stuttgart to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Cologne coaches for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 22:50 Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 5h50 | 4:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Stuttgart to Cologne
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Buses from Stuttgart to Cologne run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 288 km distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 31m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Stuttgart to CologneYou can travel by bus between Stuttgart to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stuttgart to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Cologne
Most Stuttgart to Cologne buses use the Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) station pair, with some services arriving at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2). Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Cologne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Stuttgart station do buses to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe is 1 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe bus station facilities and services
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Local Bakery (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal) from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal) is 10 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal) bus station facilities and services
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Express (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Swabian Delights (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the terminal for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof from Stuttgart city centre
Which Cologne station do buses from Stuttgart arrive at?
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:
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.
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:
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.
Getting to Köln, ZOB from Cologne city centre
Köln, ZOB is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, ZOB bus station facilities and services
Köln, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), McDonald's (0.2 km), Vapiano (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln, ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
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