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Cologne to Stuttgart trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Stuttgart takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Stuttgart. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 14m
Duration
345 km
Distance
€80
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Cologne to Stuttgart train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Cologne and Stuttgart. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Stuttgart at 1:14 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 345.4 km
  • Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Stuttgart, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €65–160 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily.

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