Train Stuttgart → Köln
Schedule & travel time
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Route overview
2h 44m
Fastest time
3h 17m
Avg. duration
339
Kilometers
9
Trains per day
By train from Stuttgart to Köln
An important rail connection: The train connection from Stuttgart to Köln is one of the important rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 2h 44m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 339 kilometers and is served by about 9 trains every day. The schedule supports reliable trip planning.
Infrastructure: Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)
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Available train types
This route is served by ICE, IC.
The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.
The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.
Travel sustainably
Taking the train from Stuttgart to Köln saves you about 38 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 76 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Köln?
The fastest connection from Stuttgart to Köln takes 2h 44m. The average travel time is 3h 17m.
How many trains run daily from Stuttgart to Köln?
About 9 trains run daily on the Stuttgart - Köln route. Train types include ICE, IC.
What is the route from Stuttgart to Köln?
The direct connection covers 339 km.
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All connectionsSchedule data last updated: 12/05/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time
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Last update: April 2026
