- Must visit
Východoslovenské múzeum
Major regional museum with varied historical, artistic and natural history collections, including the famous Košice Gold Treasure.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Košice
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £44
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £52
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 13 h 55 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 14 h 16 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 9
- Distance
- 885 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Košice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Košice will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Fast trains
To travel from Stuttgart to Košice you need to make at least 3 changes.
ICE 1091 · EC 1213 · REX 2522 · EX 6277:57 13h56 Stuttgart Hbf 21:53 Kosice £44 1 One-way 3 changes- ICE 619 · RJX 61 · REX 2516 · EX 621
3:39 15h14 Stuttgart Hbf 18:53 Kosice £44 1 One-way 3 changes - ICE 699 · ICE 1211 · REX 2518 · EX 623
5:12 14h41 Stuttgart Hbf 19:53 Kosice £44 1 One-way 3 changes - ICE 117 · IC 649 · REX 2526 · EX 631
9:58 13h55 Stuttgart Hbf 23:53 Kosice £50 1 One-way 3 changes - ICE 1095 · IC 406 · EN 443
15:59 16h13 Stuttgart Hbf 8:12 Kosice £50 1 One-way 2 changes
- ICE 117 · IC 649 · REX 2526 · EX 631
9:58 13h55 Stuttgart Hbf 23:53 Kosice £50 1 One-way 3 changes - ICE 1091 · EC 1213 · REX 2522 · EX 627
7:57 13h56 Stuttgart Hbf 21:53 Kosice £44 1 One-way 3 changes - ICE 1091 · EC 1213 · REX 2522 · EX 627
7:57 13h56 Stuttgart Hbf 21:53 Kosice £62 1 One-way 3 changes - ICE 699 · ICE 1211 · REX 2518 · EX 623
5:12 14h41 Stuttgart Hbf 19:53 Kosice £44 1 One-way 3 changes - ICE 211 · RJX 167 · R 681 · Os 8501
13:58 14h54 Stuttgart Hbf 4:52 Kosice £53 1 One-way 3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Košice
Germany
Slovakia
Trains from Stuttgart to Košice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 885 km distance in 12h 25m.
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 £40
Distance 885 km |
Average train duration 13h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 25m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 £40
Frequently asked questions about your Stuttgart to Košice trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stuttgart to Košice.
The cost of a train ticket from Stuttgart to Košice can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £91.
The train journey from Stuttgart to Košice covers a distance of 885 km and takes approximately 12h 25m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Stuttgart to Košice is 885 km.
The first train from Stuttgart to Košice leaves at 0:35.
The last train from Stuttgart to Košice departs at 23:45.
Trains from Stuttgart to Košice run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stuttgart to Košice.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Košice train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Košice trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:51 Stuttgart | 14h02 | 21:53 Košice | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:58 Stuttgart | 13h55 | 22:53 Košice | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
 (Paris -> Prague) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 0:35 Leonberg, Bahnhof | 16h14 | 16:49 Kosice | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
12h 25m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£43
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Stuttgart and Košice
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a night train from Stuttgart to Košice.
Complete guide to Košice
Things to do in Košice
Discover the best of Košice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Košice trip today.
- Recommended
Slovenské technické múzeum
Engaging science museum with interactive exhibits, a planetarium and family-friendly displays on technology and nature.
- Recommended
Východoslovenská galéria
Gallery focused on contemporary and modern art, housed in a central building with rotating exhibitions and public programmes.
- Must visit
Hlavná ulica
The city’s main historic street, lined with monuments, fountains and public spaces ideal for a central walking route.
- Recommended
Hlavné námestie
Large central square around the cathedral and theatre, a natural meeting point for architecture, events and evening walks.
- Recommended
Bankov
Extensive forest park north of the centre, popular for walks, family outings, viewpoints and seasonal leisure activities.
Kapustnica
A hearty sauerkraut soup with sausage, smoked meat and often mushrooms. A festive Slovak classic, especially popular at Christmas and in eastern Slovakia.
Bryndzové halušky
Potato dumplings mixed with sheep’s bryndza cheese and topped with bacon. It is one of Slovakia’s best-known national dishes and widely eaten in Košice.
- Vegetarian
Strapačky s bryndzou
Potato dumplings with soft sheep’s cheese, usually without bacon. A rustic mountain dish linked to Slovak shepherd traditions and common on local menus.
Villa Regia
Stylish modern restaurant in the city centre serving refined Slovak and international dishes in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Med Malina
Traditional Slovak restaurant known for bryndzové halušky, soups and hearty regional plates in a rustic cellar atmosphere.
Le Colonial
Established city-centre venue focused on grilled meats, steaks and classic European dishes with polished service and a smart interior.
Euro (€)
Budget-friendly versus many EU city breaks. Hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Bratislava, Prague or Vienna.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €6-10 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2-3.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often not included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
DPMK
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.00
- Day pass
- €3.80
To the city centre
Košice Airport -> Hlavná stanica, Košice
- Distance
- 6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Contactless card payment works directly on DPMK buses and trams. Paper tickets and mobile tickets are also available from official channels.
- For visitors, the 24-hour ticket in the official app is cheaper than the paper version. Validate paper tickets at the start of the first journey.
Plan your visit to Košice
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Košice.
The train journey from Stuttgart to Košice offers scenic views as it traverses through diverse landscapes, including the lush greenery of Germany and picturesque regions in Austria and Slovakia, providing passengers with an enjoyable visual experience.
FAQs: Stuttgart to Košice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Košice 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 Košice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Stuttgart to Košice 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 to Košice.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Košice
Most Stuttgart to Košice trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Kosice station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Košice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Stuttgart
Arrival train stations in Košice
Which Stuttgart station do trains to Košice leave from?
Trains from Stuttgart to Košice leave from Stuttgart Hbf. The station is from Stuttgart city centre at Arnulf-Klett-Platz 2, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany.
Stuttgart HbfArnulf-Klett-Platz 2, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf from Stuttgart city centre
Bus42, 40 · 3m · every ~25 min
SubwayU9, U1 · 1m · £3 · every ~25 min
Stuttgart Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart Hbf (tief)Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany+49 711 20921055
City-centre transport
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf (tief) from Stuttgart city centre
Bus42, 40 · 4m · every ~25 min
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
Stuttgart-Bad CannstattStuttgart-Bad Cannstatt, Bahnhofstr. 30, 70372 Stuttgart
City-centre transport
Getting to Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt is 3 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS3, S1, S2, Mex90, Mex19 · 4m · £5 · every ~27 min
BusRe90e · 10m · £3
N5, N4 · 12m · £3
Tram21 · 21m
SubwayU1 · 9m · £3 · every ~12 min
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt train station facilities and services
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt 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 and drink
Food options include: Sailer, Café 44, Schnell Imbiss, Cafe am Rathaus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. ATMs are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Information desks are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Attimo Hotel Stuttgart, Attimo Dependance Zimmer, Hotel Krone, Hotel Lamm.
Which Košice station do trains from Stuttgart arrive at?
Trains from Stuttgart to Košice arrive at Kosice. Kosice is 1 km from Košice city centre.
KosiceStaničné námestie 11, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia+421 55 229 4100
City-centre transport
Getting to Kosice from Košice city centre
Kosice is 1 km from Košice city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus23 · 4m · £1 · every ~3 min
Kosice train station facilities and services
Kosice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Med Malina, Villa Regia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kosice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kosice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kosice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kosice: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kosice: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kosice, Hotel Yasmin Kosice, Boutique Hotel Maraton.
Train stations for Stuttgart to Košice
Check train stations information for Stuttgart and Košice, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Stuttgart that goes to Košice is Stuttgart Hbf, and it arrives at Kosice.
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