Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Cologne to Stuttgart?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart: FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Cologne to Stuttgart?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart: FlixBus One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Cologne to Stuttgart?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Stuttgart

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 05

Cheapest price on Sep 05

€28

Average ticket price on Sep 05

€70

Fastest journey on Sep 05

5 h 45 m

Average journey duration on Sep 05

13 h

Buses on Sep 05

Distance

288 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne 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 to Stuttgart will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast buses

On Sat, Sep 05, we found 2 buses from Cologne to Stuttgart, including 1 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .

On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 20 h 15 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.

FlixBus
10:20 PM5h45
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
4:05 AMStuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
€281One-way
0 transfers
50449 · 30488
11:00 PM20h15
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
7:15 PMStuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB
€1121One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, 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 bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a flight costs an average of €306.

Distance: 288 km

Compare bus with

Bus	Most popular Train	Flight	Driving
€28 Average price Cheapest	€52 Average price	€306 Average price	€53 Average price (fuel + tolls)
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 0m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Stuttgart:

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Stuttgart costing on average €52.

A bus is €278 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Stuttgart costing on average €306.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Stuttgart is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 44m.

Bus takes on average 5h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Live departures

Cologne to Stuttgart bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Stuttgart buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
50449 · 30488	11:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	20h15	7:15 PM Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB	1 transfer
Saturday, September 5
FlixBus	10:20 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	5h45	4:05 AM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Stuttgart

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Buses from Cologne to Stuttgart run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.

There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 288 km distance in 5h 24m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

288 km

Average bus duration

5h 0m

Cheapest ticket price

€18

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

5h 24m

First bus

12:35 AM

Last bus

11:55 PM

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Wed

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Wed

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

35 days

Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to StuttgartYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Stuttgart with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average FlixBus Duration

5h 24m

Cheapest FlixBus Price

€18

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

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.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Learn more about FlixBus

BlaBlaCar

About

BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."

Luggage & cancellation policy

BlaBlaCar frequency

4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Stuttgart

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.

Cheap coach tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne to Stuttgart is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by coach from Cologne to Stuttgart is 5h 24m to travel the 288 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest coach from Cologne to Stuttgart leaves at 12:35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Cologne to Stuttgart leaves at 11:55 PM.

Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Cologne to Stuttgart with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

When taking a coach from Cologne to Stuttgart, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Stuttgart. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cologne and Stuttgart and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Cologne , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen), Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2), Leverkusen, Bf Mitte, Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf . When arriving in Stuttgart , you can end your trip in coach stations like Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe, Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof, Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB, Kornwestheim, Bahnhofstrasse, Leonberg, Bahnhof, Böblingen, ZOB .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen), which is located around 13 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe, located 1 away from the city centre.

A trip to Stuttgart from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 24m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Cologne to Stuttgart is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart:

FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart for coach company FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart depends on the coach companies:

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.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart:

FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart:

FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart with the following coach company: FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart with the following coach company: FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cologne to Stuttgart with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Cologne to Stuttgart

Most Cologne to Stuttgart buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe station pair, with some services arriving at Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Stuttgart bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Cologne

Arrival bus stations in Stuttgart

Which Cologne station do buses to Stuttgart leave from?

Buses from Cologne to Stuttgart leave from Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). The station is 13 km from Cologne city centre at Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany.

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 8m · €4 · every ~2 min

Rb26 · 12m · €4

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.

More about Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 16m · €4 · every ~2 min

Rb26 · 20m · €4

Re · 21m · every ~2 min

BusS19, S12 · 27m · €5

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.