Bus from Stuttgart to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Stuttgart to Cologne on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
STR Airport
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Cheapest
Flixbus
Kornwestheim
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 5:50 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Stuttgart to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day
3h 40mAverage Duration
179 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$24 - $307Average Duration6h 55m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$19 - $265Average Duration2h 31m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$15 - $46Average Duration3h 40m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $24. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 trip duration from Stuttgart to Cologne is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 178 miles (286 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 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, OneBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

  7. 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.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Stuttgart to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OneBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 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
12/13
$34
12/14
$33
Today
$31
12/16
$26
12/17
$29
12/18
$30
12/19
$168
12/20
$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $26

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 $26 to $192 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 $26 which is on 2025-12-16.

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.

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