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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 33 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
It's difficult to get from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen without transferring at least 3 times.
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5:36 AM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen12:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers- 7:36 AM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen2:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers
- 9:36 AM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen4:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers
- 11:36 AM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen6:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers
- 1:36 PM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen8:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers
- 5:36 AM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen12:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers
- 7:36 AM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen2:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers
- 9:36 AM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen4:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers
- 11:36 AM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen6:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers
- 1:36 PM6h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen8:09 PMDresden Flughafen$1521One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $640.
Distance: 289 miles (466 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$183 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $640 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 16m Average total duration Fastest 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 50m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen:
A bus is $129 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen costing on average $183 (€150).
A bus is $587 (€480) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen costing on average $640 (€524).
Other travel options to Dresden Flughafen take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 50m.
Bus takes on average 10h 0m.
Tickets start at around $183 (€150) compared to roughly $104 (€85) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-78.97 (€-64.63). The journey takes 7h 46m versus 5h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 7h46 | 6:39 PM Dresden Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| 4:16 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h53 | 11:09 AM Dresden Flughafen | 4 transfers | |
| 5:36 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h33 | 12:09 PM Dresden Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 6:16 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h53 | 1:09 PM Dresden Flughafen | 4 transfers | |
| 7:36 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h33 | 2:09 PM Dresden Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 8:16 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h53 | 3:09 PM Dresden Flughafen | 4 transfers | |
| 9:36 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h33 | 4:09 PM Dresden Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 10:16 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h53 | 5:09 PM Dresden Flughafen | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen
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Trains from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $183 (€150) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:53, the last at 10:53. The fastest train covers the 289 miles (466 km) distance in 7h 46m.
Distance 289 miles (466 km) |
Average train duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $183 (€150) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 46m |
First train 10:53 AM |
Last train 10:53 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Cologne/Bonn Flughafen and Dresden Flughafen from $54 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen 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 Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Dresden Flughafen
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Schmiedeschänke Gaststätte & Pension
- Lounge
- Airport Canteen
- Pizza Eray Döner
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