Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Bensberg Busbahnhof | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Neustadt | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just R 508, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Dresden?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Dresden
Compare bus companies
Based on 11624 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 466
Flixbus Cologne Dresden recent customer reviews
Using the breaks too hard
Kathy W.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Dresden by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Dresden?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Dresden start at R 466. The average price for this route is around R 674. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Dresden?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Dresden is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 472 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Dresden route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Dresden?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Dresden at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Dresden?
A bus trip from Cologne to Dresden produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Dresden was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 516To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Dresden as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 516 to R 2 384 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 726, which is on 2025-12-18.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Dresden?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
