How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Dresden?

The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Dresden start from TRY 1,570. The average price for this train route is around TRY 5,876. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cologne to Dresden?

The average train ride duration from Cologne to Dresden is 6h 41m, covering a distance of 294 miles (474 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Cologne to Dresden route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 20 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Dresden?

The earliest train departs from Cologne to Dresden at 6:19am. And the latest train departs at 10:18pm.

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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

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

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 most timely service from Cologne to Dresden?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain , 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 traveler 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 Cologne to Dresden from TRY 1,381 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on May 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	9h 26m	9:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
	1:45pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 35m	7:20pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	9h 21m	1:35am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
	12:18pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 49m	7:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	12:53pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 47m	8:40pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on May 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 26m	5:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
	1:45pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 35m	7:20pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	9h 21m	1:35am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 56m	1:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 53m	12:38pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on May 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 26m	5:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
	1:45pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 35m	7:20pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	9h 21m	9:35pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
	4:14pm	Hbf	6h 52m	11:06pm	Dresden Central Station	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 56m	1:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on May 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:14pm	Hbf	6h 52m	11:06pm	Dresden Central Station	Cheapest
	6:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 53m	12:38pm	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 + DB Fernverkehr	6:08am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 59m	1:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on May 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	9:41pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	9h 25m	7:06am	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	1:45pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 35m	7:20pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 26m	5:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
	4:14pm	Hbf	6h 52m	11:06pm	Dresden Central Station	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 56m	1:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dresden on May 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:54pm	Hbf	9h 12m	7:06am	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	7:54am	Hbf	5h 49m	1:43pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 26m	5:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
	4:14pm	Hbf	6h 52m	11:06pm	Dresden Central Station	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	6:08am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 59m	1:07pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:08 PM CEST.

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 TRY 1,230, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

9h 25mAverage Duration

290 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 1,230 - TRY 3,640	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 1,570 - TRY 13,923	Average Duration6h 41m	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

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3.2/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.5

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.1

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from TRY 1,570. The average price for this train route is around TRY 5,876. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Dresden?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Dresden is 6h 41m, covering a distance of 294 miles (474 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Dresden route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 20 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Dresden?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Dresden at 6:19am. And the latest train departs at 10:18pm.
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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Dresden?
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 most timely service from Cologne to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, 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 traveler 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

05/09

TRY 3,705

05/10

TRY 3,485

Today

TRY 5,064

05/12

TRY 3,705

05/13

TRY 4,210

05/14

TRY 2,135

05/15

TRY 1,906

05/16

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Dresden was searched and found on May 15, 2026 with a price of TRY 1,906

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 TRY 1,906 to TRY 13,222 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 TRY 1,906 which is on 2026-05-15.

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.