- Must visit
Mercedes-Benz Museum
Major motoring museum tracing the brand's development through cars, racing and design. Strong architecture and broad appeal.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£52
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
2 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
2 h 34 m
Trains on 03 Sept
8
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf to Stuttgart will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 8 trains from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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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IC 2040 · ICE 515
ICE 103 · ICE 593
17410 · ICE 915 · IC 2069
ICE 103 · ICE 593
ICE 105 · ICE 595
ICE 515
17410 · ICE 915 · IC 2069
ICE 2013 · ICE 517Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £244.
Distance: 288 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £244 Average Price | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart costing on average £39.
A coach is £221 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart costing on average £244.
Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 54m.
Coach takes on average 5h 4m.
The journey is about 42m faster (2h 48m by train vs 3h 30m by car) and roughly £6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£39 vs £44). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1148 · ICE 613 | On time 16:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h18 | 20:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 201 · ICE 691 | Delayed 14:59 16:54Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 17:14 17:14Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
10925 · ICE 1013 · IC 2167 | On time 17:22 Cologne Hbf | 2h41 | 20:03 Stuttgart Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 613 | 17:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 20:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1140 · ICE 615 | On time 18:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h18 | 22:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 203 · ICE 693 | Delayed 17:08 18:54Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 21:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
17430 · ICE 1015 · IC 2169 | On time 19:21 Cologne Hbf | 2h41 | 22:02 Stuttgart Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 615 | 19:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 22:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 205 · ICE 695 | Delayed 19:00 20:54Cologne Hbf | 2h26 | 23:20 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 617 | On time 22:01 Cologne Hbf | 2h10 | 0:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 8:38 Cologne Hbf | 13h07 | 21:45 Stuttgart | 1 change | |
IC 2040 · ICE 515 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h18 | 12:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593 | On time 8:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 11:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
17410 · ICE 915 · IC 2069 | On time 9:21 Cologne Hbf | 2h41 | 12:02 Stuttgart Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 515 | On time 9:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 12:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2013 · ICE 517 | On time 10:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h18 | 14:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 105 · ICE 595 | On time 10:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 13:11 Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 11:35 Cologne Hbf | 12h12 | 23:47 Stuttgart | 1 change | |
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 10:14. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 10:14 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Major motoring museum tracing the brand's development through cars, racing and design. Strong architecture and broad appeal.
Sleek museum presenting Porsche road and racing cars in a dramatic setting. Ideal for design, engineering and motorsport fans.
Leading art museum on Schlossplatz with modern and contemporary works, plus a clear glass-cube design that stands out in the centre.
Main central square framed by historic and modern buildings, fountains and lawns. A classic base for sightseeing and city views.
Popular park and beer-garden area around a lake and mineral springs. Relaxed and leafy, it is a favourite with locals.
Long pedestrian shopping street linking the station area with Schlossplatz. Useful for strolling, people-watching and central access.
Egg noodles served with lentils and Saiten sausages. A Swabian everyday classic, valued for its hearty, economical roots and regional noodle tradition.
Soft egg noodles often dressed with cheese and fried onions. One of Swabia’s best-known comfort foods and a staple in traditional Stuttgart kitchens.
Pasta pockets filled with minced meat, spinach, onions and bread, usually served in broth or fried with onions. A defining Swabian speciality.
Elegant dining room in the city centre offering refined Swabian and seasonal cuisine with a more formal atmosphere.
Classic inn popular for Maultaschen, Spätzle and other regional plates, with a cosy old-Stuttgart feel and strong local following.
Historic Stuttgart wine tavern serving Swabian classics and regional wines in a traditional, wood-panelled setting near the centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and meals are mid-priced, while public transport is efficient and fairly priced for visitors.
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.
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Stuttgart Hbf -> Schlossplatz, Stuttgart
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf to Stuttgart trains use the Köln Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf 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.
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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