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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Dresden
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
9 h 31 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Dresden will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cologne for Dresden every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 475 km distance in an average of 9 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £252.
Distance: 475 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price | £423 Average Price |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Dresden coaches for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 21:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 10h00 | 07:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 10h05 | 11:25 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 08:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h45 | 18:05 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 11h10 | 23:05 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Dresden
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Buses from Cologne to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £25 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 475 km distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 475 km |
Average bus duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Dresden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Dresden coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Dresden by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dresden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Dresden
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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DiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station)
- Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km)
- Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 66, 75 Tram: 3, 7, 8, 10 Train: S1, S2
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