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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €12 - €26 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €40 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart-Center and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne?

The distance between Stuttgart-Center and Cologne is 345 km. The road distance is 348.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €40 - €180.

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

The train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf takes 2h 3m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart-Center to Cologne train from?

Stuttgart-Center to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or fly from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne?

The best way to get from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €40 - €180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €100 - €240 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Stuttgart-Center to Cologne train arrive?

Stuttgart-Center to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart-Center to Cologne is 348 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1745+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne?

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

Stuttgart-Center to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, rideshare, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne by train, 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 Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf47 / ...
2h 3m
€40–180
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart to Cologne347.8 km
3h 57m
€12–26
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)STR - CGN
4h 48m
€107–231
Train via Esslingen(Neckar)
1. Take the train from Esslingen(Neckar) to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12Ice
4h 4m
€57–180
Drive 348.1 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart-Center to Cologne348.1 km
3h 29m
€50–72
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)STR - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 9m
€115–297
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Frankfurt (FRA)STR - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
3h 25m
€119–234
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)FRA - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
3h 52m
€109–296

Stuttgart-Center to Cologne by train

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Distance: 345.1 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Stuttgart-Center, Baden-Württemberg, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €40–130 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 5 times a day.

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