Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | STR Airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest | |||||
 | STR Airport | Cologne/Bonn Airport | No tags | |||||
| STR Airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| STR Airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| STR Airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| STR Airport | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| Kornwestheim | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Stuttgart and Cologne
Stops in Stuttgart
- B
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany - C
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 1
Kornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany - D
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 2
Westrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany - E
Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Cologne by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start at MAD 207. The average price for this route is around MAD 344. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Stuttgart to Cologne is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 283 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, OneBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stuttgart to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Cologne at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Cologne?
A bus trip from Stuttgart to Cologne produces an estimated 7.060075 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Stuttgart to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OneBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stuttgart to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OneBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on 13 Aug 2026 with a price of MAD 292To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 292 to MAD 1 404 for a bus ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 292, which is on 2026-08-13.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
