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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Cologne is to bus via Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg which costs €22 - €40 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 3h 36m and costs €100 - €360.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden and arriving at Köln. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Dresden to Cologne?

The distance between Dresden and Cologne is 551 km. The road distance is 569.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 9m and costs €45 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Dresden to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dresden to Cologne train from?

Dresden to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Dresden to Cologne?

The best way to get from Dresden to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 9m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus via Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 8h 29m, you could also fly, which costs €170 - €470 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Dresden to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dresden to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Cologne is 570 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Dresden to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Dresden to Cologne?

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

Dresden to Cologne - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

There are 12 ways to get from Dresden to Cologne by plane, train, bus, car, train (Eurostar), 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.

Fly Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane DRS - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain
3h 36m
€101–354
Bus via Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Bensberg Busbahnhofbus N20
8h 29m
€22–40
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain 50
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
6h 9m
€49–140
Drive 569.7 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Colognecar 569.7 km
4h 49m
€80–115
Fly Dresden Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane DRS - CGN
4h 55m
€171–462
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
4h 8m
€77–257
Fly Dresden Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DRS - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 55m
€147–340
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
4h 49m
€97–309
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
7h 34m
€51–181
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dresden, Bhf Sudseite Bayrische Str to Frankfurt Hbfbus Odesa
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
15h 2m
€92–166
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
17h 28m
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Colognerideshare 569.8 km
6h 57m
€29

Dresden to Cologne by train

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Distance: 551.3 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Bensberg Busbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 7h 25m. FlixBus-eu also services this route once daily.

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