The average train between Dessau and Cologne takes 6h 24m and the fastest train takes 5h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Dessau to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Dessau and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dessau is at 7:11 PM which arrives into Cologne at 7:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Bitterfeld and take an average of 6h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dessau to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dessau to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Dessau station and arriving at Cologne station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.
Dessau to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Halle(Saale)Hbf station.
Dessau to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Dessau to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Dessau and Cologne is 380.9 km. The road distance is 581 km.
You can take a train from Dessau Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Bitterfeld, Halle(Saale)Hbf, and Frankfurt in around 6h 37m.