Bus from Dresden to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Dresden to Cologne on 28 December
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 + Flixtrain
    		Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    		HbfNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      		Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
      		HbfNo tags

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      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 6 hours and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      4carpool per day
      6hAverage duration
      295 milesDistance
      20kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£23 - £74Average duration9h 10m
      11kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£12 - £214Average duration7h 24m
      11kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£23 - £49Average duration6h
      20kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dresden to Cologne

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Cologne?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Dresden to Cologne start from £23. The average price for this route is around £30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Cologne?

        The average bus journey time from Dresden to Cologne is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 285 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Dresden to Cologne route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Cologne?

        The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Cologne at 10:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Cologne?

        A bus journey from Dresden to Cologne produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      25/12
      No data
      26/12
      £40
      Today
      £51
      28/12
      £45
      29/12
      £40
      30/12
      £38
      31/12
      £34
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dresden to Cologne was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of £34

      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 £34 to £75 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 £34, which is on 2025-12-31.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Dresden to Cologne?

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