What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart is to rideshare which costs €14 - €26 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €45 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Stuttgart?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Cologne to Stuttgart?

The distance between Cologne and Stuttgart is 345 km. The road distance is 347 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Stuttgart without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €45 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Stuttgart?

The train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Stuttgart train from?

Cologne to Stuttgart train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or fly from Cologne to Stuttgart?

The best way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €45 - €180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €110 - €270 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Cologne to Stuttgart train arrive?

Cologne to Stuttgart train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Stuttgart?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Stuttgart is 347 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Cologne to Stuttgart.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart?

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Where can I stay near Stuttgart?

There are 1486+ hotels available in Stuttgart.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Stuttgart?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Stuttgart. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Stuttgart - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Stuttgart by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhof47 / ...
2h 1m
€45–180
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Stuttgart347.7 km
3h 57m
€14–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cologne to Mannheim, ZOB
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhof22 / ...
4h 21m
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Stuttgart Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)DUS - STR
4h 59m
€126–320
Train via Esslingen
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Esslingen(Neckar)Ice
2h 34m
€59–195
Drive 347 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Stuttgart347 km
3h 28m
€49–71
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)CGN - STR
4h 28m
€111–261
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Stuttgart Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)FRA - STR
3h 15m
€122–238
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Hauptbahnhof
4h 10m
€106–304

Cologne to Stuttgart by train

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Distance: 345.1 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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 €45–130 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Eurowings, Swiss, and four other airlines fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR) once daily.

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