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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
276 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Stuttgart Hbf for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 276 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
07:23AM2h32
Stuttgart Hbf09:55AMCologne/Bonn Flughafen
€321One-way
0 transfers
07:23AM2h32
Stuttgart Hbf09:55AMCologne/Bonn Flughafen
€321One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €172.
Distance: 276 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€61 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €380 Average price |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:17 PM
Last updated at 10:17 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:23 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h32 | 9:55 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
GermanyGermany
Trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
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 €15
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 00:22 |
Last train 11:51 |
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 €15
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Stuttgart Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen from €15. 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 32m
Cheapest Price
€21
Deutsche Bahn frequency
12 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
FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
FAQs: Travel by train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.
Cheap train tickets from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is €51; 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 Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is 2 h 51 min to travel the 275 km long journey, with around there are 28 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen leaves at 00: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen leaves at 09: 51.
There are 28 trains a day from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen from Stuttgart Hbf is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 51 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen by train is September.
You have options as you can travel to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen from Stuttgart Hbf 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stuttgart Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Stuttgart
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Stuttgart is Stuttgart Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stuttgart Hbf for your trip from Stuttgart to Cologne.
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 - 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln/Bonn Flughafen for your journey to Cologne from Stuttgart.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
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