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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf is to rideshare which costs €15 - €26 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €35 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Stuttgart Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf?

The distance between Cologne and Stuttgart Hbf is 346 km. The road distance is 347.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €35 - €180.

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

The train from Cologne Hbf to Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf train from?

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

Train or fly from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf?

The best way to get from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €35 - €180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €110 - €310 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf is 347 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Stuttgart Hbf?

There are 1444+ hotels available in Stuttgart Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf?

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

Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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 Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2h 5m
€35–180
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Stuttgartrideshare 347.7 km
4h 10m
€15–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cologne to Mannheim, ZOBbus
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain 22 / ...
4h 21m
Drive 347.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Stuttgart Hbfcar 347.3 km
3h 30m
€49–71
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane CGN - STR
4h 28m
€111–302
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Stuttgart Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane DUS - STR
4h 59m
€136–320
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Stuttgart Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane FRA - STR
3h 15m
€118–221
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 7m
€107–304

Cologne to Stuttgart Hbf by train

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Distance: 346.3 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Eurowings, Swiss, and two other airlines fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR) twice daily.

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