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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €29 and takes 6h 57m.

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 28m and costs €110 - €410.

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?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 16m.

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 Erfurt which takes 6h 19m and costs €110 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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 Erfurt which takes 6h 19m and costs €110 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus via Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 8h 28m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €440 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Dresden to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dresden to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Cologne is 570 km. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Dresden to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1834+ hotels available in Cologne.

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.

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

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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 Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
3h 28m
€118–403
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Colognerideshare 569.8 km
6h 57m
€29
Train via Erfurt
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurttrain 12 / ...
4. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
6h 19m
€110–306
Bus via Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Bensberg bus stationbus N20
8h 28m
€50–75
Drive 569.7 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Colognecar 569.7 km
4h 52m
€84–122
Fly Dresden Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane DRS - CGN
4h 41m
€145–433
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 9m
€101–295
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 40m
€114–345
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
4h 15m
€151–366
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Köln Hbftrain 55
7h 16m
€50–260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
17h 28m
€125–135

Dresden to Cologne by train

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Distance: 551.4 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Leipzig Hbf, Erfurt Hbf, and Frankfurt in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Bensberg bus station once daily. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 7h 25m.

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