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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Showing times and prices for 31 May
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
276 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Fast trains
To travel from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen you need to make at least one change.
ICE 772 · ICE 726 · S199:234h02Stuttgart Hbf13:25Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£541One-way2 changes- ICE 1096 · ICE 728 · S198:054h20Stuttgart Hbf12:25Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£541One-way2 changes
- ICE 770 · ICE 722 · S1911:234h02Stuttgart Hbf15:25Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£631One-way2 changes
- ICE 1094 · ICE 720 · S1912:054h20Stuttgart Hbf16:25Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£631One-way2 changes
- ICE 2090 · ICE 724 · S1910:054h20Stuttgart Hbf14:25Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£631One-way2 changes
- ICE 1010 · 1062110:262h24Stuttgart Hbf12:50Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£761One-way1 change
- ICE 918 · 1062512:262h24Stuttgart Hbf14:50Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£851One-way1 change
- ICE 916 · 1062914:262h24Stuttgart Hbf16:50Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£941One-way1 change
- ICE 218 · S1915:123h10Stuttgart Hbf18:22Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£651One-way1 change
- ICE 1096 · S1 · ICE 202 · 106198:053h45Stuttgart Hbf11:50Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£651One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £162.
Distance: 276 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £288 Average Price |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h06 | 17:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h09 | 19:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h01 | 19:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 31 May | |||||
| ICE 1096 · ICE 728 · S19 | On time 8:05 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h20 | 12:25 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1096 · S1 · ICE 202 · 10619 | On time 8:05 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h45 | 11:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3 changes | |
| ICE 772 · ICE 726 · S19 | On time 9:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h02 | 13:25 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 2090 · ICE 724 · S19 | On time 10:05 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h20 | 14:25 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1010 · 10621 | On time 10:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h24 | 12:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 770 · ICE 722 · S19 | On time 11:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h02 | 15:25 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
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Trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:22, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 2h 47m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 1:22 |
Last train 22:13 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Stuttgart Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Price
£19
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest Price
£50
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
4 a day
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
£134
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen 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 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train journey from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen covers a distance of 276 km and takes approximately 2h 47m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is 276 km.
The first train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen leaves at 1:22.
The last train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen departs at 22:13.
Trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Stuttgart Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.
The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is by coach, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Stuttgart
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Stuttgart is Stuttgart Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stuttgart Hbf for your trip from Stuttgart to Cologne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
Dining
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
Accessibility
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
Information Desk
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln/Bonn Flughafen for your journey to Cologne from Stuttgart.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
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