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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Bensberg Busbahnhof | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Dresden to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 101 289, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Dresden and Cologne
Stops in Dresden
Stops in Cologne
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Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Based on 13016 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at COP 101 289
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Cologne by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Cologne start at COP 101 289. The average price for this route is around COP 147 171. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Dresden to Cologne is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 467 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Cologne at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Cologne?
A bus trip from Dresden to Cologne produces an estimated 11.671275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Cologne was searched and found on 14 Jul 2026 with a price of COP 129 273To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dresden to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 129 273 to COP 307 130 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 139 425, which is on 2026-07-20.
