Cologne to Stuttgart train
Book a train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart
Book a train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart
Information about the Cologne to Stuttgart train
| Number routes per day | 31 |
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| Average route time | 2h 43m |
| Shortest route time | 2h 01m |
| First hour of departure | 5h 25m |
| Last hour of departure | 23h 56m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
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How much does a train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Cologne to Stuttgart take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Cologne to Stuttgart?
How many trains run from Cologne to Stuttgart each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Cologne and Stuttgart?
What is the distance between Cologne and Stuttgart by train?
What time is the first train from Cologne to Stuttgart?
What time is the last train from Cologne to Stuttgart?
To leave Cologne, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Stuttgart, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Cologne to Stuttgart?
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart?
Price of a Cologne – Stuttgart Train Ticket
For a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass. Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Cologne to Stuttgart with your discount card or subscription. Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Cologne to Stuttgart at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Cologne – Stuttgart
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Last-minute Cologne – Stuttgart Train
On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Cologne to Stuttgart ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.
Direct train from Cologne to Stuttgart and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Stuttgart on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.
Which companies operate the train from Cologne to Stuttgart?
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Cologne to Stuttgart on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.
What travel classes are available on the Cologne to Stuttgart train?
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Cologne to Stuttgart by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Cologne - Stuttgart guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.
What on-board services are available on the Cologne to Stuttgart train?
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
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Stay connected while you travel
Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.
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Enjoy the peace and quiet
To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.
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Grab a bite or drink during your trip
Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.
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Recharge your electronic devices
Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.
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Carry your luggage with ease
Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.
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Take your bicycle everywhere
Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.
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Travel with your pet
Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.
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Enjoy seat service in 1st class
In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.
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Access Deutsche Bahn lounges
Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.
Which stations does the train from Cologne to Stuttgart depart from and arrive at?
Köln Hbf
Cologne Central Station (Köln Hauptbahnhof) offers many destinations in Germany and Europe. Close to the city centre and just a few metres from Cologne Cathedral, the station is an excellent starting point for visiting Cologne.
How do I get to Cologne Central Station (Köln Hauptbahnhof)?
Once there, the old town and the views over the Rhine are just some of the sights you can discover on foot, by underground (U-Bahn) or by suburban train (S-Bahn). Köln Hbf station, which is very centrally located, is easy to reach using these means of transport. A train links the station and the airport, with a journey time of around twenty minutes.
What are the main destinations from Cologne Central Station (Köln Hauptbahnhof)?
Cologne Central Station is the starting point or a stop on many domestic and international routes. From Köln Hbf, you can travel to many German cities, as well as to the Netherlands, Switzerland or France. In particular, the Eurostar service (formerly Thalys) links Cologne to Paris Gare du Nord. This direct journey takes just 3 hours 30 minutes, with a stop in Brussels among others.
Stuttgart Hbf
Stuttgart's imposing central station is a nerve centre of rail traffic in the state of Baden-Württemberg. Offering fast train connections to many German cities, as well as to Paris and eastern France, it is also the gateway to a region full of sights. Start your journey from Stuttgart with complete peace of mind, thanks to high-quality infrastructure and many daily connections. On foot, allow 15 minutes from the Linden Museum or the historic centre. A train also links Stuttgart station to the famous Mercedes-Benz Museum in 15 minutes.
How do I get to Stuttgart Hbf station?
Stuttgart Hbf station is very well connected to the city's light rail network, so you can take various lines to get there: U5, U6, U7, U9, U12, U14, U15 and U29. S-Bahn and bus connections are also available.
Trains to and from Stuttgart
Stuttgart has never been so accessible! The city is linked to its European neighbours by many daily connections from Stuttgart Hbf station. To travel from Stuttgart to Paris, you can count on a DB SNCF Voyageurs train, guaranteeing a comfortable journey between Stuttgart and France. Many regional and national trains, including high-speed trains, are available, taking you to many cities in Germany.
Cologne to Stuttgart train schedule for Friday 6 November 2026
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| 5h 25m | 7h 51m | 2h 26m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 5h 48m | 8h 11m | 2h 23m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 01m | 9h 04m | 3h 03m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 53m | 10h 23m | 3h 30m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 54m | 9h 11m | 2h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 7h 54m | 10h 11m | 2h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 8h 53m | 12h 23m | 3h 30m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 8h 54m | 11h 11m | 2h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 8h 58m | 11h 49m | 2h 51m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 46m | 12h 11m | 2h 25m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 58m | 12h 38m | 2h 40m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 58m | 12h 49m | 2h 51m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 10h 54m | 13h 11m | 2h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 46m | 14h 11m | 2h 25m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 12h 54m | 15h 11m | 2h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 46m | 16h 11m | 2h 25m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 14h 53m | 18h 23m | 3h 30m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 14h 54m | 17h 11m | 2h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 46m | 18h 11m | 2h 25m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 16h 53m | 20h 23m | 3h 30m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 16h 54m | 19h 11m | 2h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 17h 32m | 19h 33m | 2h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 17h 46m | 20h 11m | 2h 25m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 18h 53m | 22h 23m | 3h 30m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 18h 54m | 21h 11m | 2h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 19h 30m | 21h 33m | 2h 03m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 19h 45m | 22h 11m | 2h 26m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 20h 54m | 23h 11m | 2h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 21h 48m | 0h 11m | 2h 23m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 23h 55m | 3h 33m | 3h 38m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 23h 56m | 4h 53m | 4h 57m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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