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4 h 53 min
568 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Dresden to Cologne

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Cheapest
By car (568 km)
4 h 53 min
568 km.
from $31
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Plane to Cologne (Dusseldorf International Airport)
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Rideshare
4 h 53 min
568 km.
from $7.41
Bus, Plane (Fly Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport)
3 h 29 min
475 km.
from $224.80
Train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
6 h 1 min
474 km.
from $130.02
Bus, Plane (Fly Dresden Airport to Frankfurt)
3 h 41 min
475 km.
from $213.39
Train, Plane (Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport)
4 h 12 min
475 km.
from $159.16
Train, Plane (Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport)
4 h 48 min
475 km.
from $182.53

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Dresden central station to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.71–$76.34

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$559.79
Plane from Dresden Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$58.52–$508.90
Plane from Dresden Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$534.35
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$521.63

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.42–$419.85
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.34–$305.34
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.97–$254.45

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.17–$59.80

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
Train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$95.42–$114.50
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43
Train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43
Train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
7h 54m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$120.86–$139.95

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$63.61–$203.56

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Borsdorf(Sachs)
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81
Train from Borsdorf(Sachs) to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
7h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.34–$95.42

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Dresden to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
6h 57m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.94

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $30.71 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 3h 29m and costs $97.83 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 54m.

Is there a direct flight between Dresden and Cologne?

There are no direct flights between Dresden and Cologne. The fastest has 1 change and takes 2h 55m and costs $45.65 - $315.22 .

How far is it from Dresden to Cologne?

The distance between Dresden and Cologne is 553 km. The road distance is 569.7 km.

How do I travel from Dresden to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Dresden to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 6h 1m and costs $103.26 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Dresden to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Dresden to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Cologne train from?

Dresden to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Dresden to Cologne?

The best way to get from Dresden to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 6h 1m and costs $103.26 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 7h 53m, you could also fly, which costs $54.35 - $358.70 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Dresden to Cologne train arrive?

Dresden to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Cologne is 570 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Dresden to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Dresden to Cologne?

Book your Dresden to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Dresden to Cologne?

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