Bus Tickets from Dresden to Cologne

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Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on November 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Cheapest
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Bensberg BusbahnhofFastest
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
5h 50mAverage Duration
476 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$40 - $203Average Duration9h 10m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$21 - $456Average Duration7h 44m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$41 - $96Average Duration5h 50m
20kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Cologne by bus

  1. What is the travel distance from Dresden to Cologne?

    Dresden and Cologne are 476 km (295 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Dresden to Cologne?

    Buses departing from Neustadt in Dresden will take you to Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne.

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$48
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dresden to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $46 to $75 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-11-16.

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