How much is the train ticket from Dresden to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Cologne start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $126. 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 48m and covers 473 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Dresden to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Cologne?

The earliest train from Dresden to Cologne departs at 5:44am. The latest train departs at 10:15pm.

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 EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

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 Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 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 EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Dresden to Cologne from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on December 22
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
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	5h 54m	12:05pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:30am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 13m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	6h 48m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on December 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:30am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 11m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	5h 54m	12:05pm	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	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on December 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:11pm	Dresden Hbf	7h 54m	2:05am	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	5h 54m	12:05pm	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	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on December 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	6h 48m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	5h 54m	12:05pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 26m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	7:00am	Dresden Neustadt Station	6h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on December 27
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
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	5h 54m	12:05pm	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	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:28 AM CET.

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 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

6hAverage Duration

476 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $113	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $398	Average Duration7h 48m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$42 - $90	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 20kg 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 ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi1.1

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,676 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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 $21. The average price for this train route is around $126. 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 48m and covers 473 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dresden to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Cologne?
The earliest train from Dresden to Cologne departs at 5:44am. The latest train departs at 10:15pm.
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 EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
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 Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 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 EuroCity, 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

12-19

$147

12-20

$119

Today

No data

12-22

$116

12-23

$116

12-24

$62

12-25

No data

12-26

$89

The cheapest trip from Dresden to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $62

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 $62 to $427 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 $62 which is on 2025-12-24.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.