The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Cologne
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $73.
Of the 23 trains that leave Stuttgart for Cologne every day 8 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 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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 576 · IC 2012
ICE 694 · ICE 1118 · ICE 1022
ICE 614 · IC 1749
ICE 518 · EC 8
ICE 610 · IC 1745
ICE 1012
ICE 1010
ICE 770 · ICE 16
ICE 578 · ICE 314
ICE 576 · ICE 14Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. 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 $21, and a flight costs an average of $423.
Distance: 288 km
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$115 Average Price | $38 Average Price Cheapest | $549 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m 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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Stuttgart to Cologne train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:51 pm Stuttgart | 4h14 | 12:05 am Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 5 November | |||||
ICE 1014 | On time 5:36 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h13 | 7:49 am Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 694 · ICE 1118 · ICE 1022 | On time 5:50 am Stuttgart Hbf | 3h16 | 9:06 am Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 694 · ICE 206 | On time 5:50 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h15 | 8:05 am Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 614 · IC 1749 | Delayed 6:56 am 6:51 amStuttgart Hbf | 3h15 | 10:06 am Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 614 | Delayed 6:56 am 6:51 amStuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 9:05 am Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1098+ HLB 28710+ ICE 1020 | On time 7:05 am Stuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 11:06 am Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1012 | On time 7:39 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h09 | 9:48 am Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 692 · ICE 202 | On time 7:51 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 10:05 am Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 770 · ICE 16 | On time 8:23 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h10 | 10:33 am Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 612 | Delayed 8:56 am 8:51 amStuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 11:05 am Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 612 · IC 1747 | Delayed 8:56 am 8:51 amStuttgart Hbf | 3h15 | 12:06 pm Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1296+ HLB 28714+ ICE 928 | Delayed 9:14 am 9:05 amStuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 1:06 pm Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1010 | On time 9:39 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h09 | 11:48 am Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 690 · ICE 200 | On time 9:51 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 12:05 pm Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 578 · ICE 314 | On time 10:23 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h10 | 12:33 pm Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 610 · IC 1745 | Delayed 10:56 am 10:51 amStuttgart Hbf | 3h15 | 2:06 pm Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 610 | Delayed 10:56 am 10:51 amStuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 1:05 pm Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 918 | On time 11:38 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h10 | 1:48 pm Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1218 · ICE 108 | On time 11:51 am Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 2:05 pm Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 576 · IC 2012 | On time 12:23 pm Stuttgart Hbf | 3h21 | 3:44 pm Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 576 · ICE 14 | On time 12:23 pm Stuttgart Hbf | 2h10 | 2:33 pm Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 518 · EC 8 | On time 12:51 pm Stuttgart Hbf | 3h15 | 4:06 pm Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 518 | On time 12:51 pm Stuttgart Hbf | 2h14 | 3:05 pm Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Cologne
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Stuttgart to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Stuttgart and Cologne from $21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
FAQs: Stuttgart to Cologne train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Stuttgart Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cologne Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Cologne
- 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.
- Franca e Franco
- McDonald's
- Badstüble
- Pizza Imbiss Mamma Maria
- Achat Comfort Hotel
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:30 - 14:00
- Sailer
- Café 44
- Schnell Imbiss
- Cafe am Rathaus
- Attimo Hotel Stuttgart
- Attimo Dependance Zimmer
- Hotel Krone
- Hotel Lamm
- Dolce Cafe Bar
- Höhencafe Killesberg
- Distelfarm
- McDonald's
- Messehotel Europe
- Ibis budget Stuttgart City Nord
- Alpha
- B&B Hotel
- Albert's Kebaphaus
- Wurstkessel
- Weingut und Besenwirtschaft Wöhrwag
- Wahl's Lokal
- Brita Hotel
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Monday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Tuesday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Wednesday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Thursday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Friday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Saturday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Sunday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Monday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Tuesday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Wednesday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Thursday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Friday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Saturday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Sunday: 00:00 - 00:00
- Taverna Elia
- La Bruschetta
- Mensa II (Stuttgart-Vaihingen)
- Cafeteria Contrast
- Maison Banh Mi
- Ristorante Goldoni
- Burger King
- Trollinger
- Hansa Hotel
- Hotel Xenia
- Maison Banh Mi
- Bangkok Express
- Graf Eberhard
- Cafe Kaiserbau
- Park Inn Stuttgart
- Hansa Hotel
- Novum Hotel Boulevard
- Hotel Xenia
- Café le Théatre
- Maison Banh Mi
- Bangkok Express
- Graf Eberhard
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Hansa Hotel
- Novum Hotel Boulevard
- Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Polizeisportverein Stuttgart
- Hot Pizza Corner
- 1893 Clubrestaurant
- Restaurant im Mercedes-Benz Museum
- Hotel Hilton Garden Inn
- 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
- 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.
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
- 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
- Hanoi46
- Destiny
- Aida
- Schlüters
- 1st floor hotel
- Subway
- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
- Haus Wester
- 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
- Stammhaus
- Hofcafé Gut Clarenhof
- GolfCity Bistro
- McDonald's
- Wartesaal am Dom
- Alte Feuerwache
- Al Andalus
- A&O Köln Dom
- City Pension Storch II
- Azimut Hotel
- First Domizil
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