Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,EC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£22
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£103
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
5 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
6 h 3 m
Trains on 02 Nov
49
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 £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.

Fast trains

On Mon 02 Nov, we found 49 trains from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf, including 6 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 474 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 12 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 853 · IC 2445
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2045
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 953 · IC 2045
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 927 · ICE 1657
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 653 · 16135 · 16539
    2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf

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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:28, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 474 km distance in 5h 7m.

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
Distance
474 km
Average train duration
6h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
5h 7m
First train
2:28
Last train
21:57
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
21 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf.

The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £93.
The train journey from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf covers a distance of 474 km and takes approximately 5h 7m. 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 2:28.
The last train from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf departs at 21:57.
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.

Live departures

Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 619 · ICE 698 · IC 24490:08 Cologne Hbf
8h30
8:38 Dresden Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 619 · ICE 2818 · IC 24490:08 Cologne Hbf
8h30
8:38 Dresden Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 920 · RJ 1732:09 Cologne Hbf
8h58
11:07 Dresden Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 551 · 16111 · EC 135 · IC 2575
On time
4:26 Cologne Hbf
8h02
12:28 Dresden Hbf		3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 521 · ICE 696 · IC 2447
On time
4:28 Cologne Hbf
6h22
10:50 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 24455:11 Cologne Hbf
7h39
12:50 Dresden Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 843 · IC 24455:26 Cologne Hbf
7h24
12:50 Dresden Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 853 · IC 24455:42 Cologne Hbf
7h08
12:50 Dresden Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 511 · ICE 1555
On time
5:48 Cologne Hbf
5h55
11:43 Dresden Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1511 · ICE 694 · IC 24456:27 Cologne Hbf
6h23
12:50 Dresden Hbf2 changes
Deutsche Bahn28504 · ICE 525 · ICE 694 · IC 24456:31 Cologne Hbf
6h19
12:50 Dresden Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 553 · IC 2235 · ICE 1557
On time
6:34 Cologne Hbf
7h10
13:44 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 24437:10 Cologne Hbf
7h40
14:50 Dresden Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 845 · IC 24437:26 Cologne Hbf
7h24
14:50 Dresden Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1713 · ICE 15577:33 Cologne Hbf
6h11
13:44 Dresden Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 513 · ICE 15577:41 Cologne Hbf
6h03
13:44 Dresden Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 25 · ICE 15597:53 Cologne Hbf
7h50
15:43 Dresden Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1513 · ICE 692 · IC 24438:29 Cologne Hbf
6h21
14:50 Dresden Hbf2 changes
Deutsche Bahn28508 · ICE 529 · ICE 692 · IC 24438:31 Cologne Hbf
6h19
14:50 Dresden Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 24419:11 Cologne Hbf
7h39
16:50 Dresden Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 121 · ICE 1559
On time
9:18 Cologne Hbf
6h25
15:43 Dresden Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 847 · IC 24419:25 Cologne Hbf
7h25
16:50 Dresden Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS12 · ICE 217 · ICE 15599:50 Cologne Hbf
5h53
15:43 Dresden Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 27 · ICE 1651
On time
9:53 Cologne Hbf
7h50
17:43 Dresden Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 557 · 16123 · 16527
On time
10:28 Cologne Hbf
8h06
18:34 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1515 · ICE 690 · IC 244110:29 Cologne Hbf
6h21
16:50 Dresden Hbf2 changes
Deutsche Bahn28512 · ICE 623 · ICE 690 · IC 244110:31 Cologne Hbf
6h19
16:50 Dresden Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 204911:10 Cologne Hbf
7h40
18:50 Dresden Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 859 · IC 204911:15 Cologne Hbf
7h35
18:50 Dresden Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 225 · ICE 1651
On time
11:18 Cologne Hbf
6h25
17:43 Dresden Hbf		1 change
Deutsche Bahn28514 · ICE 625 · ICE 1651
On time
11:31 Cologne Hbf
6h12
17:43 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 559 · IC 2239 · ICE 1653
On time
12:27 Cologne Hbf
7h18
19:45 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1517 · ICE 598 · IC 2049
On time
12:29 Cologne Hbf
6h21
18:50 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn28516 · ICE 627 · ICE 598 · IC 204912:31 Cologne Hbf
6h19
18:50 Dresden Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 204713:10 Cologne Hbf
7h40
20:50 Dresden Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 123 · ICE 1653
On time
13:18 Cologne Hbf
6h27
19:45 Dresden Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 951 · IC 2047
On time
13:25 Cologne Hbf
7h25
20:50 Dresden Hbf		1 change
Deutsche Bahn28518 · ICE 629 · ICE 1653
On time
13:31 Cologne Hbf
6h14
19:45 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 651 · IC 2233 · ICE 1655
On time
14:27 Cologne Hbf
7h18
21:45 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1519 · ICE 596 · IC 204714:29 Cologne Hbf
6h21
20:50 Dresden Hbf2 changes
Deutsche Bahn28520 · ICE 721 · ICE 596 · IC 204714:31 Cologne Hbf
6h19
20:50 Dresden Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 204515:10 Cologne Hbf
7h40
22:50 Dresden Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 125 · ICE 1655
On time
15:18 Cologne Hbf
6h27
21:45 Dresden Hbf		1 change
Deutsche Bahn28522 · ICE 723 · ICE 1655
On time
15:31 Cologne Hbf
6h14
21:45 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 953 · IC 2045
On time
15:42 Cologne Hbf
7h08
22:50 Dresden Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 927 · ICE 1657
On time
15:53 Cologne Hbf
7h52
23:45 Dresden Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 653 · 16135 · 16539
On time
16:27 Cologne Hbf
8h18
0:45 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1611 · ICE 594 · IC 2045
On time
16:29 Cologne Hbf
6h21
22:50 Dresden Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn28524 · ICE 725 · ICE 594 · IC 204516:31 Cologne Hbf
6h19
22:50 Dresden Hbf3 changes

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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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
5h 7m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£16
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

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 FlixTrain Duration
6h 52m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
£9
FlixTrain frequency
1 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cologne Hbf and Dresden Hbf

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Yes, there is a night train from Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf.

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.

FAQs
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.
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

Most Cologne Hbf to Dresden Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Dresden Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cologne
Arrival train stations in Dresden
Köln HbfTrankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre

Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb26 · 16m · £7 · every ~3 min
BusIvano-Frankivsk · 20m
Subway16 · 46m · £5 · every ~9 min
18, 16 · 51m · £5 · every ~14 min

Köln Hbf train station facilities and services

Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.

More about Köln Hbf

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