Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on August 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:07pm	Hbf	10h 28m	2:35am	Neustadt	Cheapest
	1:45pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 35m	7:20pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:07pm	Hbf	9h 28m	1:35am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
	12:18pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	7h 2m	7:20pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Nordost + DB Regio Südost	12:41pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 53m	8:34pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	12:53pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 14m	9:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost	7:31pm	Hbf	10h 3m	5:34am	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	12:18pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	7h 2m	7:20pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on August 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:07pm	Hbf	10h 28m	2:35am	Neustadt	Cheapest
	1:45pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 35m	7:20pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 26m	5:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Nordost	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 47m	2:28pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:38pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	12:53pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 14m	9:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost	7:31pm	Hbf	10h 3m	5:34am	Dresden Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:07pm	Hbf	9h 28m	1:35am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on August 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:14pm	Hbf	6h 52m	11:06pm	Dresden Central Station	Cheapest
	7:54am	Hbf	5h 50m	1:44pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 26m	5:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
	4:14pm	Hbf	6h 46m	11:00pm	Dresden Neustadt Station	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Nordost	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 47m	2:28pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:38pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	7:35pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 32m	3:07am	Dresden Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	9h 28m	9:35pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on August 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:14pm	Hbf	6h 52m	11:06pm	Dresden Central Station	Cheapest
	7:54am	Hbf	5h 50m	1:44pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 26m	5:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
	4:14pm	Hbf	6h 46m	11:00pm	Dresden Neustadt Station	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	6:24am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 43m	1:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:38pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Nordost	7:24am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 4m	2:28pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	6:35am	Hbf	6h 3m	12:38pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on August 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:35am	Hbf	10h	9:35pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
	1:35pm	Hbf	5h 45m	7:20pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:48am	Hbf	9h 52m	5:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	6:24am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 43m	1:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 53m	12:38pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Nordost	7:24am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 4m	2:28pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	6:31am	Hbf	6h 7m	12:38pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:35pm	Hbf	10h	1:35am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Dresden

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 25,583, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

9h 25mAverage Duration

467 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 25,583 - CLP 157,042	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 9,003 - CLP 299,697	Average Duration7h 31m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Dresden?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Dresden

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Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.9/511 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi2.8

FlixTrain

3.0/537 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi1.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Dresden by train

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 train ticket from Cologne to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Dresden start at CLP 9,003. The average price for this train route is around CLP 108,905. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Dresden?
The average train trip from Cologne to Dresden takes 7h 31m and covers 474 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 34m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Dresden route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 44 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Dresden?
The earliest train from Cologne to Dresden departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 10:27pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Dresden?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08-16

CLP 38,909

08-17

CLP 99,237

Today

CLP 91,256

08-19

CLP 100,109

08-20

CLP 33,461

08-21

CLP 33,367

08-22

CLP 72,332

08-23

CLP 46,111

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Dresden was searched and found on Aug 21, 2026 with a price of CLP 33,367

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 33,367 to CLP 296,903 for a train ticket from Cologne to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 33,367 which is on 2026-08-21.

Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.