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 $125. 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 6h 14m and covers 475 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 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , 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 6:11am. The latest train departs at 9:18pm.

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 $49 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on March 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:22pm	Dresden Hbf	10h 50m	6:12am	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:11pm	Dresden Hbf	6h 20m	12:31am	Hbf	Fastest
	6:11pm	Dresden Hbf	6h 20m	12:31am	Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:22pm	Dresden Hbf	10h 50m	6:12am	Hbf	No tags
	6:11pm	Dresden Hbf	6h 20m	12:31am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on March 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	8:22pm	Dresden Hbf	9h 35m	5:57am	Hbf	Cheapest
	8:44am	Dresden Hbf	5h 30m	2:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 28m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:35am	Dresden Hbf	7h 7m	2:42pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Cologne on March 20
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	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	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 March 21
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	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	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 March 23
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	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 28m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	5:59am	Dresden Central Station	7h 42m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:11am	Dresden Hbf	6h 3m	12:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

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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 $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

9h 10mAverage Duration

460 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $90	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $408	Average Duration6h 14m	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 ICE

3.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi3.4

FlixTrain

3/525 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi2.5

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.2

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi5

FlixBus

3.5/512,330 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

DE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn, VIA Rail Canada, Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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 $125. 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 6h 14m and covers 475 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 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, 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 6:11am. The latest train departs at 9:18pm.
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

03-15

$64

03-16

$86

Today

$166

03-18

$116

03-19

No data

03-20

$107

03-21

$86

03-22

No data

The cheapest trip from Dresden to Cologne was searched and found on Mar 15, 2026 with a price of $64

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 $64 to $416 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 $86 which is on 2026-03-21.

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.