What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Dresden?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Dresden?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Dresden is to train and fly which takes 3h 27m and costs €85 - €360.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Dresden?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Dresden station. However, there are services departing from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf and arriving at Dresden central station via Bensberg Busbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Cologne to Dresden?

The distance between Cologne and Dresden is 553 km. The road distance is 567.7 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Dresden without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Dresden without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 33m and costs €60 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Dresden?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cologne to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Dresden bus from?

Cologne to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bensberg Busbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Dresden train from?

Cologne to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Dresden?

The best way to get from Cologne to Dresden is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 33m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €60 and takes 9h 22m, you could also fly, which costs €160 - €370 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Cologne to Dresden bus arrive?

Cologne to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Cologne to Dresden train arrive?

Cologne to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Dresden is 568 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Cologne to Dresden.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Dresden?

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Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 1960+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Dresden?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Dresden. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Dresden - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

There are 11 ways to get from Cologne to Dresden by train, plane, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
3h 27m
€86–359
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Dresdenrideshare 567 km
5h 58m
€19–40
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50
6h 33m
€62–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Dresden central stationbus N20
9h 22m
€24–60
Drive 567.7 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Dresdencar 567.7 km
4h 53m
€80–116
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Dresden Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane CGN - DRS
5h 11m
€161–361
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3h 38m
€158–350
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 1m
€82–286
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 27m
€102–334
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain 51 / ...
7h 11m
€50–150
Train via Frankfurt am Main #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Sued to Dresden Hbftrain Ec
8h 59m
€105–212

Cologne to Dresden by train

70Weekly Trains

6h 33mAverage Duration

€62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 552.8 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Dresden, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Dresden central station once daily. Tickets cost €24–60 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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