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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf is to bus which costs €29 - €50 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs €110 - €310.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Flughafen/Messe and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

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

The distance between Stuttgart Airport (STR) and Köln Hbf is 300 km. The road distance is 362.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs €60 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

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

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by Trans Turist, depart from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs €110 - €310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €290 and takes 3h 41m, you could also bus via Frankfurt am Main, which costs and takes 5h 48m.

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

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by Trans Turist, arrive at Köln/Bonn Airport station.

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

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

Can I drive from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf is 363 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

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

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

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
3h 4m
€115–302
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal to Köln/Bonn Airportbus
7h 14m
€30–47
Train
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
3h 41m
€65–288
Bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the bus from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal to Frankfurt central train stationbus N422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
5h 48m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart-STR to Köln Hbfrideshare 362.9 km
3h 26m
Drive 362.9 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbfcar 362.9 km
3h 26m
€52–74

Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 300.3 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

Swiss, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €60–280 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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