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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf
Showing times and prices for 20 Jun
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
6 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
474 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Fast trains
To travel from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf you need to make at least one change.
ICE 617 · EC 45921:549h12Cologne Hbf7:06Dresden Hbf£551One-way1 change- IC 60403 · ICE 698 · S3 · ICE 155323:539h54Cologne Hbf9:47Dresden Hbf£561One-way3 changes
- ICE 1541 · 16103 · S2 · IC 244923:279h24Cologne Hbf8:51Dresden Hbf£621One-way3 changes
- ICE 205 · ICE 1021 · ICE 904 · 1650320:549h40Cologne Hbf6:34Dresden Hbf£661One-way3 changes
- ICE 943 · IC 204515:287h22Cologne Hbf22:50Dresden Hbf£701One-way1 change
- ICE 523 · ICE 15555:396h08Cologne Hbf11:47Dresden Hbf£1091One-way1 change
- ICE 1713 · ICE 25977:336h14Cologne Hbf13:47Dresden Hbf£1241One-way1 change
- 28514 · ICE 625 · ICE 165111:316h15Cologne Hbf17:46Dresden Hbf£1271One-way2 changes
- 28518 · ICE 629 · ICE 165313:316h15Cologne Hbf19:46Dresden Hbf£1271One-way2 changes
- 28522 · ICE 723 · ICE 165515:316h15Cologne Hbf21:46Dresden Hbf£1271One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £278.
Distance: 474 km
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1517 · ICE 2598 · IC 2049 | Delayed 10:30 12:29Cologne Hbf | 6h22 | 18:51 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 28516 · ICE 627 · ICE 2598 · IC 2049 | 12:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h20 | 18:51 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 123 · ICE 1653 | Delayed 11:25 13:18Cologne Hbf | 6h28 | 19:46 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 941 · 21921 · IC 2273 · 16531 | On time 13:27 Cologne Hbf | 7h07 | 20:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 941 · IC 2047 | On time 13:27 Cologne Hbf | 7h24 | 20:51 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| 28518 · ICE 629 · ICE 1653 | On time 13:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h15 | 19:46 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 641 · IC 2433 · ICE 1655 | On time 14:26 Cologne Hbf | 7h20 | 21:46 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 125 · ICE 1655 | Delayed 13:20 15:18Cologne Hbf | 6h28 | 21:46 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 943 · IC 2045 | On time 15:28 Cologne Hbf | 7h22 | 22:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| 28522 · ICE 723 · ICE 1655 | On time 15:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h15 | 21:46 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1611 · ICE 832 · IC 2045 | On time 16:29 Cologne Hbf | 6h21 | 22:50 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 28524 · ICE 725 · ICE 832 · IC 2045 | 16:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h19 | 22:50 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 127 · ICE 1567 | 17:18 Cologne Hbf | 6h25 | 23:43 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| 28526 · ICE 727 · ICE 1567 | 17:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h12 | 23:43 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 947 · RJ 479 | Delayed 19:27 Cologne Hbf | 7h40 | 1:10 1:10Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1021 · ICE 904 · 16503 | On time 19:53 Cologne Hbf | 10h41 | 6:34 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 19 · ICE 1021 · ICE 904 · 16503 | On time 20:18 Cologne Hbf | 10h16 | 6:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 17366 · ICE 823 · ICE 1021 · ICE 904 | 20:25 Cologne Hbf | 10h09 | 6:34 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
| ICE 617 · EC 459 | On time 21:54 Cologne Hbf | 9h12 | 7:06 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1541 · RJX 251 | On time 22:46 Cologne Hbf | 9h21 | 8:07 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 60403 · ICE 698 · S5 · IC 2449 | On time 23:56 Cologne Hbf | 8h55 | 8:51 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 20 June | |||||
| ICE 619 · ICE 698 · S5 · IC 2449 | 0:01 Cologne Hbf | 8h50 | 8:51 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 921 · ICE 1555 | 3:49 Cologne Hbf | 7h58 | 11:47 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 521 · ICE 934 · IC 2447 | On time 4:28 Cologne Hbf | 6h22 | 10:50 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 843 · IC 2445 | 5:26 Cologne Hbf | 7h25 | 12:51 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 523 · ICE 1555 | 5:39 Cologne Hbf | 6h08 | 11:47 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| 28504 · ICE 525 · ICE 932 · IC 2445 | 6:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h20 | 12:51 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 845 · IC 2443 | On time 7:26 Cologne Hbf | 7h32 | 14:58 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1713 · ICE 2597 | On time 7:33 Cologne Hbf | 6h14 | 13:47 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 25 · ICE 759 | On time 7:53 Cologne Hbf | 7h54 | 15:47 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 11 · ICE 930 · IC 2443 | On time 8:19 Cologne Hbf | 6h39 | 14:58 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 28508 · ICE 529 · ICE 930 · IC 2443 | On time 8:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h27 | 14:58 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 121 · ICE 759 | On time 9:18 Cologne Hbf | 6h29 | 15:47 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 847 · IC 2441 | 9:26 Cologne Hbf | 7h25 | 16:51 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| 28510 · ICE 621 · ICE 759 | On time 9:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h16 | 15:47 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 1651 | On time 9:53 Cologne Hbf | 7h53 | 17:46 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1515 · ICE 1651 | On time 10:29 Cologne Hbf | 7h17 | 17:46 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1515 · ICE 838 · IC 2441 | 10:29 Cologne Hbf | 6h22 | 16:51 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 28512 · ICE 623 · ICE 838 · IC 2441 | 10:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h20 | 16:51 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 26815 · IC 2049 | 10:49 Cologne Hbf | 8h04 | 18:53 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 849 · RJ 385 | On time 11:28 Cologne Hbf | 7h39 | 19:07 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
| 28514 · ICE 625 · ICE 1651 | On time 11:31 Cologne Hbf | 6h15 | 17:46 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 549 · S3 · IC 2471 | On time 12:26 Cologne Hbf | 7h38 | 20:04 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1517 · ICE 2598 · IC 2049 | On time 12:29 Cologne Hbf | 6h24 | 18:53 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 474 km distance in 5h 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Distance 474 km |
Average train duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 1:49 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Dresden Hbf from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest Price
£23
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 52m
Cheapest Price
£23
FlixTrain frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 10m
Cheapest Price
£96
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH frequency
1 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 29m
Cheapest Price
£100
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dresden Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £56.
The train journey from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf covers a distance of 474 km and takes approximately 5h 55m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf is 474 km.
The first train from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf leaves at 1:49.
The last train from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf departs at 21:42.
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cologne Hbf and Dresden Hbf. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by FlixTrain.
To get from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Köln Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof is moderately scenic, offering views of the Rhine Valley, rolling hills, and picturesque German countryside, especially between Köln and Frankfurt.
A day trip from Köln Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 55m. Trains run 11 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Dresden Hbf
Cologne
Dresden
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Dresden.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5
The major train station for arrivals in Dresden is Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dresden Hauptbahnhof for your journey to Dresden from Cologne.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4
Dining
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
Accessibility
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
Hotel
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
Information Desk
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse
Most popular train connections from Cologne Hbf
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Most popular train connections to Dresden Hbf
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