The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Stuttgart
Cheapest price
23S$
Average price
82S$
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart will cost around 82S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 23S$.
Of the 38 trains that leave Cologne for Stuttgart every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 1648 · ICE 5736:53 AM3h45Cologne Hbf10:38 AMStuttgart Hbf23 S$1One-way1 change
ICE 101 · ICE 5916:54 AM2h17Cologne Hbf9:11 AMStuttgart Hbf24 S$1One-way1 change
ICE 6179:54 PM2h17Cologne Hbf12:11 AMStuttgart Hbf24 S$1One-way0 changes
IC 60403 · ICE 69911:53 PM5h06Cologne Hbf4:59 AMStuttgart Hbf30 S$1One-way1 change
IC 1940 · ICE 5758:53 AM3h45Cologne Hbf12:38 PMStuttgart Hbf45 S$1One-way1 change
ICE 10135:32 PM2h01Cologne Messe/Deutz7:33 PMStuttgart Hbf122 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 9159:31 AM2h02Cologne Messe/Deutz11:33 AMStuttgart Hbf80 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 9137:30 AM2h03Cologne Messe/Deutz9:33 AMStuttgart Hbf72 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 9191:30 PM2h03Cologne Messe/Deutz3:33 PMStuttgart Hbf104 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 10113:30 PM2h03Cologne Messe/Deutz5:33 PMStuttgart Hbf122 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Stuttgart
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 19S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 19S$, and a flight costs an average of 166S$.
Distance: 288 km
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82S$ Average Price | 29S$ Average Price Cheapest | 388S$ Average Price |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Stuttgart train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Stuttgart trains for today, Wednesday, 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 511 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h23 | 8:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 23 · ICE 913 | Delayed 3:58 AM 5:53 AMCologne Hbf | 3h40 | 9:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1648 · ICE 573 | Delayed 6:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 8:47 AM 8:47 AMStuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 101 · ICE 591 | Delayed 6:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 7:21 AM 7:21 AMStuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 913 | On time 7:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h03 | 9:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 513 | Delayed 6:21 AM 7:54 AMCologne Hbf | 2h17 | 8:23 AM 8:23 AMStuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1940 · ICE 575 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 12:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1940 · ICE 595 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h18 | 1:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 103 · ICE 2583 | Delayed 7:38 AM 8:54 AMCologne Hbf | 2h17 | 11:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 915 | On time 9:31 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h02 | 11:33 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 515 | On time 9:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 12:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 217 · ICE 575 | On time 9:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h40 | 12:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 217 | On time 9:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h51 | 12:49 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2013 · ICE 517 | On time 10:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h18 | 2:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 105 · ICE 595 | On time 10:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 1:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 225 | On time 11:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h15 | 1:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 517 | On time 11:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 2:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1644 · ICE 579 | On time 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 4:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 107 · ICE 597 | On time 12:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 3:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 919 | On time 1:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h03 | 3:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 229 · ICE 1011 | On time 1:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 5:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 519 | On time 1:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 4:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1946 · ICE 771 | On time 2:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 6:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1946 · ICE 691 | On time 2:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h18 | 7:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 109 · ICE 599 | On time 2:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 5:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1011 | On time 3:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h03 | 5:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 927 · ICE 1013 | On time 3:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 7:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 611 | On time 3:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 6:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1948 · ICE 773 | On time 4:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 8:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 201 · ICE 691 | On time 4:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 7:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1013 | On time 5:32 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h01 | 7:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 929 · ICE 1015 | On time 5:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 9:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 613 | On time 5:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 8:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2242 · ICE 617 | On time 8:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h18 | 1:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 205 · ICE 695 | On time 8:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 11:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 617 | Delayed 7:58 PM 9:54 PMCologne Hbf | 2h17 | 11:11 PM 11:11 PMStuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 617 | Delayed 7:58 PM 9:54 PMCologne Hbf | 3h17 | 1:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
25447 · ICE 619 | 11:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h08 | 5:04 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Stuttgart
Trains from Cologne to Stuttgart run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 28S$ but you can travel from only 19S$ by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price 28S$ |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne to Stuttgart trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne and Stuttgart from 19S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Cologne to Stuttgart train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Stuttgart by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Stuttgart
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only
- There are luggage lockers in the station
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- Bus: Several lines available
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