How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart start at R 403. The average price for this route is around R 626. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Stuttgart?

The average bus journey time from Cologne to Stuttgart is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 288 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Stuttgart route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Stuttgart?

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Stuttgart at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus trip from Cologne to Stuttgart produces an estimated 7 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 Cologne to Stuttgart?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Stuttgart?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Stuttgart?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cologne to Stuttgart from R 414 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Stuttgart on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 15m	02:50	Kornwestheim	Cheapest
23:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 25m	04:50	STR Airport	Fastest
22:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 5m	04:25	STR Airport	No tags
22:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 45m	04:05	Vaihingen Bf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Stuttgart on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 24m	23:59	STR Airport	Cheapest
02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 10m	07:10	Kornwestheim	Fastest
02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h	08:00	STR Airport	No tags
08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 45m	14:55	STR Airport	No tags
13:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 45m	19:25	STR Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Stuttgart on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 45m	17:20	Kornwestheim	Cheapest
02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 10m	07:10	Kornwestheim	Fastest
23:00	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 15m	19:15	STR Airport	No tags
02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h	08:00	STR Airport	No tags
08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 45m	14:55	STR Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Stuttgart on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h	08:00	STR Airport	Cheapest
	02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 10m	07:10	Kornwestheim	Fastest
	23:00	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 15m	19:15	STR Airport	No tags
	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h 45m	14:55	STR Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 2m	17:42	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Stuttgart on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 24m	23:59	STR Airport	Cheapest
	02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 10m	07:10	Kornwestheim	Fastest
	23:00	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 15m	19:15	STR Airport	No tags
	02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h	08:00	STR Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 2m	17:42	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Stuttgart on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 24m	23:59	STR Airport	Cheapest
	02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 10m	07:10	Kornwestheim	Fastest
	23:00	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 15m	19:15	STR Airport	No tags
	02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h	08:00	STR Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 2m	17:42	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Stuttgart on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 24m	23:59	STR Airport	Cheapest
	02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	5h 10m	07:10	Kornwestheim	Fastest
	23:00	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 15m	19:15	STR Airport	No tags
	02:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	6h	08:00	STR Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 2m	17:42	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Stuttgart on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:00	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 15m	19:15	STR Airport	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:22 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Stuttgart

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stuttgart. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 203, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

288 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 403 - R 3 524	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 288 - R 4 697	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 203 - R 815	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Stuttgart?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Stops in Stuttgart

A
Stuttgart Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Visit page
C
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 2
Westrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
Visit page
D
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 1
Kornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
Visit page
E
Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 230 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Stuttgart 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 Cologne to Stuttgart?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart start at R 403. The average price for this route is around R 626. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Stuttgart is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 288 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Stuttgart route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Stuttgart?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Stuttgart at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Stuttgart?
A bus trip from Cologne to Stuttgart produces an estimated 7 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 Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Stuttgart?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Stuttgart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

13/12

R 2 007

14/12

R 570

Today

R 466

16/12

R 467

17/12

R 445

18/12

R 507

19/12

R 567

20/12

R 622

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Stuttgart was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 445

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Stuttgart as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 445 to R 3 915 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Stuttgart based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 445, which is on 2025-12-17.

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.