Find coaches from Dresden to Cologne

Next departures

Next departures from Dresden to Cologne on 21 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Cheapest
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Bensberg BusbahnhofFastest
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 14:20 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
5h 50mAverage duration
295 milesDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£22 - £87Average duration9h 10m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£12 - £248Average duration7h 52m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£24 - £50Average duration5h 50m
20kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dresden to Cologne

  1. How far is Cologne from Dresden by coach?

    The journey from Dresden to Cologne by coach covers an approximate distance of 295 miles (476 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Cologne from Dresden without flying?

    To travel from Dresden to Cologne without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/11
No data
19/11
£28
Today
£26
21/11
£33
22/11
£24
23/11
£31
24/11
£24
25/11
£19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dresden to Cologne was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £19

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 £19 to £76 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 £19, which is on 2025-11-25.

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