How much is the train ticket from Dresden to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Cologne start at ARS 14,492. The average price for this train route is around ARS 159,618. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Dresden to Cologne?

The average train trip from Dresden to Cologne takes 7h 11m and covers 474 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Dresden to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 52 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 Dresden to Cologne?

The earliest train from Dresden to Cologne departs at 6:02am. The latest train departs at 11:12pm.

What is the best train operator from Dresden to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dresden to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain , with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden to Cologne?

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.

Train Dresden to Cologne from ARS 32,426 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on July 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:55am	Neustadt	9h 45m	9:40pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:53pm	Dresden Hbf	6h 42m	7:35pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 28m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	12:11pm	Dresden Hbf	7h 3m	7:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	12:12pm	Dresden Hbf	8h 2m	8:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	1:22pm	Dresden Hbf	7h 45m	9:07pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	8:12pm	Dresden Hbf	10h 7m	6:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:15pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 25m	9:40pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on July 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 28m	5:43pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:53pm	Dresden Hbf	6h 42m	7:35pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 26m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	12:11pm	Dresden Hbf	7h 3m	7:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	12:12pm	Dresden Hbf	8h 2m	8:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	1:22pm	Dresden Hbf	7h 45m	9:07pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:15pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 25m	9:40pm	Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	12:12pm	Dresden Hbf	8h 2m	8:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on July 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 26m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:00am	Dresden Neustadt Station	6h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 28m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	6h 48m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	7h 3m	1:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	7:22am	Dresden Hbf	7h 45m	3:07pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	7:22am	Dresden Hbf	7h 1m	2:23pm	Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	12:12pm	Dresden Hbf	7h 40m	7:52pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on July 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + WestfalenBahn + National Express	7:22pm	Dresden Hbf	12h 12m	7:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	7:00am	Dresden Neustadt Station	6h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 26m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	6h 48m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	7h 3m	1:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	7:22am	Dresden Hbf	7h 45m	3:07pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	7:22am	Dresden Hbf	7h 1m	2:23pm	Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost + National Express	6:11pm	Dresden Hbf	9h 2m	3:13am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:51 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just ARS 44,499, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

9h 10mAverage Duration

467 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 44,499 - ARS 230,606	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 14,492 - ARS 490,315	Average Duration7h 11m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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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

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixTrain

3.4/530 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi2.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Cologne 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 Dresden to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Cologne start at ARS 14,492. The average price for this train route is around ARS 159,618. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dresden to Cologne?
The average train trip from Dresden to Cologne takes 7h 11m and covers 474 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Dresden to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 52 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 Dresden to Cologne?
The earliest train from Dresden to Cologne departs at 6:02am. The latest train departs at 11:12pm.
What is the best train operator from Dresden to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dresden to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden to Cologne?
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

07-02

ARS 71,676

07-03

ARS 125,663

Today

ARS 161,623

07-05

ARS 309,213

07-06

ARS 98,639

07-07

No data

07-08

No data

07-09

No data

The cheapest trip from Dresden to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 2, 2026 with a price of ARS 71,676

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

You can expect to pay from ARS 71,676 to ARS 450,652 for a train ticket from Dresden to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 98,639 which is on 2026-07-06.

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.