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What is the best way to travel from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dresden?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Carpool for the journey to Dresden from Cologne/Bonn Airport. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Car is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 35m
$29
$34
6
Car
5h 50m
$40
$48
3

What is the cheapest way to reach Dresden from Cologne/Bonn Airport?

You can get to Dresden with just $29 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $30
tomorrow
from $35
Saturday
from $34
Sunday
from $35
Monday
from $31
Tuesday
from $30
Wednesday
from $29

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • Cheapest Carpool tomorrow

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    10:20 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $42
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    4:40 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    10:30 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $51
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 0m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    9:30 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $53

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    1:20 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $40

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    5:05 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 40m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    5:30 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $43
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 0m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    12:10 AM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $57

What are the fastest trips from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dresden?

You can get to Dresden from Cologne/Bonn Airport in just 5h 50m with a Car from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 9h 35m
tomorrow
from 5h 50m
Saturday
from 9h 35m
Sunday
from 5h 50m
Monday
from 9h 45m
Tuesday
from 9h 45m
Wednesday
from 6h 0m

    Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33

    Fastest Carpool tomorrow

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    10:20 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $42
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    4:40 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    10:30 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $51
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 0m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    9:30 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $53
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    1:20 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $40
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32

    Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 0m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    12:10 AM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $57
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 40m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    5:30 PM
    Dresden
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $43
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    8:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    12h 0m
    0
    5:05 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dresden

What are the most popular stations in Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dresden?

In Cologne/Bonn Airport, you will usually depart from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station or Cologne/Bonn Airport - Businesspark Train Station, while in Dresden you will be arriving at Train Station, Reitbahnstraße Bus Station or Reick Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Dresden from Cologne/Bonn Airport? With 4 connections between 2 Bus and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dresden, you can pay as low as $29 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Car from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Dresden in just 5h 50m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dresden are FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dresden is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Troisdorf or to Freital, and look at flights from , and landing at Dresden Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dresden?

The most popular companies between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dresden, are FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

All you need to know when you travel from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dresden

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dresden. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dresden

How can I reach Dresden from Cologne/Bonn Airport?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Car, with which you can get to Dresden from Cologne/Bonn Airport.

How far is Dresden from Cologne/Bonn Airport?

The distance between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dresden is 287.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dresden?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 79 kgs, and a flight 114 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dresden?

You can get to Dresden with just $29 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dresden?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Dresden in just 5h 50m with a Car from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Cologne/Bonn Airport and to Dresden

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cologne/Bonn Airport and to Dresden. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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