Bus from Dresden to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on January 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

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
Average Price$38 - $127Average Duration9h 10m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$21 - $390Average Duration6h 48m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$41 - $95Average Duration5h 50m
20kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Cologne start from $38. The average price for this route is around $60. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. 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.

  3. Which bus companies service the Dresden to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

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$55
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