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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hbf is to rideshare which costs €20 - €40 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hbf is to train and fly which takes 3h 30m and costs €140 - €420.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Dresden Hbf?

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

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Dresden Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Cologne to Dresden Hbf?

The distance between Cologne and Dresden Hbf is 669 km. The road distance is 568.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hbf without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 31m and costs €120 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Cologne to Dresden Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Dresden Hbf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Dresden Hbf train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Dresden Hbf?

The best way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hbf is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 31m and costs €120 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus via Bensberg bus station, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 9h 45m, you could also fly, which costs €160 - €480 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Cologne to Dresden Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Dresden Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Dresden Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Dresden Hbf is 569 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Cologne to Dresden Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Dresden Hbf?

There are 2102+ hotels available in Dresden Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Dresden Hbf?

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

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

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50
6h 31m
€123–256
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Dresdenrideshare 567 km
6h 13m
€20–40
Bus via Bensberg bus station
1. Take the bus from Bensberg bus station to Dresden central stationbus N20
9h 45m
€45–70
Drive 568.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Dresden Hbfcar 568.8 km
4h 56m
€84–122
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Dresden Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane CGN - DRS
6h 34m
€165–472
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 55
7h 27m
€50–260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Dresdenbus Ivano-Frankivsk
17h 28m
€125–140
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
3h 30m
€140–412
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 34m
€173–362
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 4m
€103–286
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 35m
€118–326

Cologne to Dresden Hbf by train

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Distance: 668.6 km
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bensberg bus station to Dresden central station once daily. Tickets cost €45–70 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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