Bus from Stuttgart to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Stuttgart to Cologne on May 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
STR Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Fastest
Flixbus
STR Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
STR Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
STR Airport
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:38 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Stuttgart to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day
2h 25mAverage Duration
288 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$32 - $319Average Duration6h 55m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$28 - $381Average Duration2h 25m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Cologne start from $32. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Stuttgart to Cologne is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 282 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, OneBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Cologne at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Stuttgart to Cologne generates an estimated 7.03585 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OneBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.

  9. 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.

Best price found
05-09
$51
05-10
$93
Today
$49
05-12
$43
05-13
$178
05-14
$186
05-15
$161
05-16
$45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on May 12, 2026 with a price of $43

To 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 $43 to $271 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 $43 which is on 2026-05-12.

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