What is the cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station is to rideshare which costs €12 - €26 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €60 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Stuttgart and Cologne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stuttgart and arriving at Köln. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart and Cologne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station?

The distance between Stuttgart and Cologne Central Station is 347 km. The road distance is 348.5 km.

How do I travel from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €60 - €270.

How long does it take to get from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station?

The train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf takes 2h 16m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station bus from?

Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Stuttgart station.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €60 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 58m, you could also fly, which costs €110 - €320 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station bus arrive?

Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station is 348 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Central Station?

There are 1852+ hotels available in Cologne Central Station.

Can I share a ride from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
2h 16m
€60–270
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart to Colognerideshare 347.8 km
4h 8m
€12–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stuttgart to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
8h 58m
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
4h 31m
€117–320
Drive 348.5 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Cologne Central Stationcar 348.5 km
3h 33m
€50–72
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3h 49m
€121–296

Stuttgart to Cologne Central Station by train

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Distance: 346.6 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Stuttgart, Germany and Cologne Central Station, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €60–270 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Stuttgart to Köln once daily, and the journey takes 8h 58m.

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