Bus Tickets from Dresden to Cologne

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TodayMay 8
from US$37
TomorrowMay 9
from US$13
SatMay 10
from US$13
SunMay 11
from US$44
MonMay 12
from US$27
TueMay 13
from US$13
WedMay 14
ThuMay 15

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Bensberg U
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Cologne

Average PriceUS$13 - US$120Average Duration9h 35m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average PriceUS$25 - US$288Average Duration7h 29m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$28 - US$87Average Duration5h 50m
20kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling 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 US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
5h 50mAverage Duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Dresden to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$40
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 35m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure7:50am
Distance463 km
Latest bus departure11:40pm

Dresden to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Dresden - Cologne

  1. How long is the trip from Dresden to Cologne by bus?

    The bus ride from Dresden to Cologne takes 9h 35m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Cologne in about 7h 25m.

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

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

  3. 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.

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

    The least expensive option to go from Dresden to Cologne would be going by bus. Starting at US$13, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Dresden to Cologne?

    The bus from Dresden to Cologne will cost you US$40, on average.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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Today
US$34
05-09
US$11
05-10
US$11
05-11
US$41
05-12
US$25
05-13
US$11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dresden to Cologne was searched and found on May 9, 2025 with a price of US$11

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 US$11 to US$52 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 US$11 which is on 2025-05-09.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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