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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
Showing times and prices for May 30
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
288 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf 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 Hbf will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Fast trains
Of the 40 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Stuttgart Hbf on Sat, May 30, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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 1644 · ICE 57912:53 PM3h45Cologne Hbf4:38 PMStuttgart Hbf€301One-way1 transfer- ICE 6179:47 PM2h54Cologne Hbf12:41 AMStuttgart Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
- ICE 107 · ICE 59712:54 PM2h17Cologne Hbf3:11 PMStuttgart Hbf€461One-way1 transfer
- IC 1948 · 4496 · ICE 6934:53 PM4h30Cologne Hbf9:23 PMStuttgart Hbf€471One-way2 transfers
- ICE 929 · ICE 1099+
245315:53 PM4h02Cologne Hbf9:55 PMStuttgart Hbf€471One-way2 transfers
- ICE 9115:25 AM2h08Cologne Hbf7:33 AMStuttgart Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
- 17418 · ICE 9191:21 PM2h12Cologne Hbf3:33 PMStuttgart Hbf€641One-way1 transfer
- ICE 9115:25 AM2h12Cologne Hbf7:37 AMStuttgart Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
- 10909 · ICE 9159:22 AM2h15Cologne Hbf11:37 AMStuttgart Hbf€941One-way1 transfer
- 17422 · ICE 10113:21 PM2h16Cologne Hbf5:37 PMStuttgart Hbf€581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €162.
Distance: 288 km
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€72 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €363 Average price |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf trains for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 617 | 9:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 12:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 2905 | Delayed 8:31 PM 9:54 PMCologne Hbf | 2h16 | 10:42 PM 10:42 PMStuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10047 · 28535 · 25443 · 29591 | 10:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 6h32 | 4:53 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 6 transfers | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
| ICE 619 | 12:02 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h26 | 3:28 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 619 | 12:02 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h58 | 4:00 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 827 · ICE 991 | On time 3:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h49 | 7:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 827 · ICE 991 | On time 3:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h49 | 7:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 911 | Delayed 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h08 | 5:37 AM 5:37 AMStuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 911 | On time 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h12 | 7:37 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 511 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h23 | 8:11 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1648 · 4752 · ICE 593 | On time 6:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h23 | 11:16 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513 | On time 7:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h18 | 10:12 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1940 · 4756 · ICE 595 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h23 | 1:16 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1940 · S8 · ICE 219 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h17 | 1:10 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 10909 · ICE 915 | On time 9:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h15 | 11:37 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 515 | On time 9:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h18 | 12:12 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2013 | 10:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h57 | 2:50 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 225 | On time 11:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h20 | 1:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 517 | On time 11:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 2:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1644 · ICE 579 | 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 4:38 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1644 · 4492 · ICE 599 | On time 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h32 | 5:25 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1644 · 4492 · ICE 599 | On time 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h23 | 5:16 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 107 · ICE 597 | On time 12:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 3:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17418 · ICE 919 | On time 1:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h12 | 3:33 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1229 · ICE 1291+24523 | On time 1:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h00 | 5:53 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 519 | On time 1:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 4:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1946 · 4494 · ICE 691 | On time 2:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h32 | 7:25 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1946 · 4494 · ICE 691 | On time 2:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h24 | 7:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 17422 · ICE 1011 | On time 3:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 5:37 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 927 · ICE 1097+24527 | On time 3:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h59 | 7:52 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 611 | 3:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 6:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1948 · 4496 · ICE 693 | On time 4:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h30 | 9:23 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1948 · 4496 · ICE 693 | On time 4:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h26 | 9:19 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 929 · ICE 1099+24531 | On time 5:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h02 | 9:55 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 613 | 5:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h18 | 8:12 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1640 · 4498 · ICE 695 | On time 6:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h31 | 11:24 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1640 · 4498 · ICE 695 | On time 6:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h24 | 11:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 615 | On time 7:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 10:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 205 · 19037 | On time 8:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h27 | 12:21 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 2h 11m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 1:49 AM |
Last train 11:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Stuttgart Hbf from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
€20
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
€55
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
6 a day
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 55m
Cheapest Price
€100
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf can start from as little as €20 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf is €72; 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 train from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf is 2h 11m to travel the 288 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf leaves at 1:49 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf leaves at 11:02 PM.
Yes,there are 2 direct trains a day from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the best way to get you to Stuttgart Hbf. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cologne Hbf and Stuttgart Hbf and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Stuttgart Hbf from Cologne Hbf is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 11m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne Hbf and Stuttgart Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
Cologne
Stuttgart
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Stuttgart.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
The major train station for arrivals in Stuttgart is Stuttgart Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stuttgart Hbf for your journey to Stuttgart from Cologne.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
Dining
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
Accessibility
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
Information Desk
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
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