The average train between Stuttgart and Cologne takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Stuttgart to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Stuttgart and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stuttgart is at 6:26 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:29 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stuttgart station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.
Stuttgart to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hauptbahnhof station.
Stuttgart to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Stuttgart to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Stuttgart and Cologne is 287.5 km. The road distance is 345 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €60–150 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily.
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