Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stuttgart for Cologne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.
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 £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. 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 £9, and a flight costs an average of £135.
Distance: 287 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£82 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £385 Average Price |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | Delayed 08:42 08:39Stuttgart Hbf | 2h09 | 11:02 11:02Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | Delayed 08:53 08:51Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 11:20 11:20Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | Delayed 08:53 08:51Stuttgart Hbf | 2h23 | 11:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
![]() | Delayed 09:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 12:20 12:20Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | On time 09:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h15 | 13:06 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | Delayed 10:40 10:38Stuttgart Hbf | 2h10 | 13:02 13:02Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | Delayed 10:57 10:51Stuttgart Hbf | 2h23 | 13:24 13:24Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
![]() | Delayed 10:57 10:51Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 13:20 13:20Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | Delayed 11:13 11:12Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 14:47 14:47Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | Delayed 11:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h21 | 14:47 14:47Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | Delayed 11:56 11:51Stuttgart Hbf | 3h15 | 15:06 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
Sunday 20 July | |||||
![]() ![]() ![]() | On time 06:05 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 10:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
![]() | On time 06:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 09:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | On time 07:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h15 | 11:06 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | On time 07:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 10:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
You can travel by train to Cologne from Stuttgart with Deutsche Bahn for as low as £25. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Stuttgart to Cologne. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
Stuttgart to Cologne train information with Deutsche Bahn:
Passengers board the train most frequently from Stuttgart Hbf, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cologne Hbf, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
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