Taking the train from Dresden Flughafen to Cologne Bonn Airport

So you’re considering going from Dresden Flughafen to Cologne Bonn Airport by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Dresden Flughafen and Cologne Bonn Airport: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$94.50, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Dresden Flughafen to Cologne Bonn Airport train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 07:48.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 20:18.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 07:17.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:48.

  • 7 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 34 minutes.

Dresden Flughafen to Cologne Bonn Airport distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 466 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 6 hours and 5 minutes.

How far in advance Dresden Flughafen and Cologne Bonn Airport tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Dresden Flughafen and Cologne Bonn Airport are available 3 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making the most of your trip to Cologne Bonn Airport

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Cologne Bonn Airport.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Dresden Flughafen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The total distance from Dresden Flughafen to Cologne Bonn Airport is 466 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Dresden Flughafen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$94.50. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Dresden Flughafen to Cologne Bonn Airport train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 3 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Dresden Flughafen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The fastest jouney takes 6 hours and 5 minutes.