What is the cheapest way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne is to bus which costs €28 - €40 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne is to fly which takes 1h 15m and costs €130 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Stuttgart Airport (STR) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart Airport (STR) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Flughafen/Messe and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne?

The distance between Stuttgart Airport (STR) and Cologne is 365 km. The road distance is 361.9 km.

How do I travel from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs €55 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne bus from?

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal station.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne train from?

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs €55 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus via Frankfurt am Main, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 6h 18m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €330 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne bus arrive?

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne train arrive?

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne is 362 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Stuttgart Airport (STR) and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
3h 38m
€57–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal to Köln/Bonn Airportbus
7h 20m
€29–38
Bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the bus from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal to Frankfurt central train stationbus N952 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
6h 18m
€43–56
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Colognerideshare 361.9 km
3h 25m
Drive 361.9 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Colognecar 361.9 km
3h 25m
€68–98
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane STR - DUS
3h 47m
€128–326
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
1h 15m
€134–314

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne by train

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Distance: 365.5 km
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Stuttgart Airport (STR), Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–120 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 6h 18m.

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