Stuttgart to Cologne

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Stuttgart to Cologne Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver	Minivan 7pax	Any time	+3h 45m	$814.44
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	06:00	15:05	$288.51
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	06:20	18:00	$402.61
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	06:40	10:15	$321.98
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	07:15	16:15	$446.71
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	07:40	17:05	$674.02
Flight	Wizz Air	Economy	08:00	19:10	$301.20
Train	Deutsche Bahn	Standard	08:34	11:55	$237.39
Flight	Wizz Air	Economy	08:50	11:40	$231.96
Train	Deutsche Bahn	Standard	09:23	11:55	$169.87
Flight	Pegasus Airlines	Economy	09:40	00:40	$146.56
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	10:10	15:05	$174.26
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	10:30	09:25	$267.74
Flight	SWISS International Airlines	Economy	11:00	21:35	$914.12
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	11:40	00:10	$291.97
Flight	British Airways	Economy	12:00	20:50	$820.79
Flight	Freebird Airlines	Economy	12:25	23:05	$227.35
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	13:05	22:20	$864.83
Flight	Eurowings	Economy	13:25	00:55	$289.66
Flight	Wizz Air	Economy	13:55	23:15	$360.06

How to get from Stuttgart to Cologne

When you want to get from Stuttgart to Cologne, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 933.04. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 224.45.

How far is Stuttgart from Cologne?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Stuttgart to Cologne. Your trip will be a total of 84 miles (135 km). The flying distance is 84 miles (135 km).

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

The travel time from Stuttgart to Cologne can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 17 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Stuttgart to Cologne?

The cost of the trip from Stuttgart to Cologne varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is CD: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 224.45 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 933.04.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Stuttgart to Cologne:

Bus tickets - USD 20.77 to USD 30.01;
flight price: USD 123.48. From Stuttgart to Cologne starting from 17:55 Stuttgart Airport until 17:55 Stuttgart Airport
Train tickets - USD 223.88 to USD 425.84;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 823.99 to USD 933.62.

How many trips per day are there between Stuttgart and Cologne?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 36 trains per day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Stuttgart to Cologne any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Stuttgart to Cologne is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Stuttgart to Cologne. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 823.99.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Stuttgart to Cologne

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Stuttgart to Cologne? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Stuttgart to Cologne

Trains

$ 223.88
Buses

$ 20.77
Flights

$ 123.48
Taxis

$ 823.99
Ferries are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Stuttgart to Cologne

Cheapest Transport	$21
Fastest Transport	2h 41m
Earliest Departure	12:35 AM
Latest Departure	10:50 PM
Departures per day	42
Distance	135 kilometers
Transport Companies	CD, Eurowings

Stuttgart to Cologne