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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Cheapest | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Bensberg Busbahnhof | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Hbf | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:52 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Cologne
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 $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Cologne?
Stops in Dresden
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Based on 11886 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $42
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Cologne start from $42. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dresden to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Dresden to Cologne is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 464 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dresden to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Cologne at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Cologne?
A bus trip from Dresden to Cologne generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Cologne was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $53To 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 $53 to $131 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 $53 which is on 2026-01-06.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dresden to Cologne?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
