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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 18 buses that leave Cologne Hbf for Stuttgart on Fri, Feb 13, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 13 the direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Fri, Feb 13 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €153.
Distance: 288 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price | €333 Average price |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart buses for today, Thursday, February 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus | 9:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h45 | 3:05 AM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h05 | 3:25 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 transfersDirect | |
 50449 · 30488 | 10:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h15 | 6:15 PM Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h25 | 3:55 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 13 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 7h35 | 11:25 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h50 | 2:05 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:45 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h35 | 4:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:45 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h57 | 4:42 PM Stuttgart | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h45 | 6:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h45 | 8:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 2:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h10 | 8:45 PM Stuttgart | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h24 | 10:59 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 7h15 | 1:50 AM Kornwestheim, Bahnhofstrasse | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart
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Buses from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 288 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne Hbf to StuttgartYou can travel by bus between Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Local Bakery (in the station)
- Available outside the station for convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, X3 Train: S2, S3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Swabian Delights (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, 828 Train: S2, S3
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