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How to Travel from

North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cologne East to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.43–$75.95

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$240.50–$1,392.36

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$556.94
Plane from Frankfurt to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$531.63
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$151.89–$544.28
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$518.97

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$417.71
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.02–$303.79
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$253.16

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$59.49

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$54.43
Train from Frankfurt to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$101.26–$113.92
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$53.16
Train from Flughafen BER to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$53.16
Train from Köln Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
7h 28m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$126.58–$139.24

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Koeln Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.29–$202.52

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Borsdorf(Sachs)
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25
Train from Borsdorf(Sachs) to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
8h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.29–$94.93

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
5h 58m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$48.10

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden?

The cheapest way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden is to rideshare which costs $20.65 - $41.30 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden?

The fastest way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $92.39 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct train between North Rhine-Westphalia and Dresden?

No, there is no direct train from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden?

The distance between North Rhine-Westphalia and Dresden is 512 km. The road distance is 594.2 km.

How do I travel from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden without a car?

The best way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 7h 6m and costs $108.70 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden train from?

North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden train services, operated by NS, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden?

The best way to get from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $92.39 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can train via Frankfurt am Main, which costs $108.70 - $152.17 and takes 7h 6m, you could also bus, which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden train arrive?

North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden train services, operated by NS, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden is 594 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden.

How do I get a train ticket from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden?

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Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 1763+ hotels available in Dresden. Prices start at $50.05 per night.

Can I share a ride from North Rhine-Westphalia to Dresden?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between North Rhine-Westphalia and Dresden. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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