What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Paris?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Paris is to rideshare which costs €32 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Paris?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Paris is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €50 - €210.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Paris?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Paris Nord. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Cologne to Paris?

The distance between Cologne and Paris is 527 km. The road distance is 480.4 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Paris without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Paris without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €50 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Paris?

The train from Cologne Hbf to Paris Gare Du Nord takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Paris train from?

Cologne to Paris train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Paris?

The best way to get from Cologne to Paris is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €50 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Cologne to Paris train arrive?

Cologne to Paris train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Paris?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Paris is 480 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Cologne to Paris.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Paris?

Book your Cologne to Paris train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Paris?

There are 23102+ hotels available in Paris.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Paris?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Paris. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Paris - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 8 ways to get from Cologne to Paris by train (Eurostar), train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Eurostar)
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Paris NordTha
3h 30m
€50–210
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Paris481.5 km
5h 49m
€32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord79
2. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
6h 42m
€43–133
Drive 480.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Paris480.4 km
4h 38m
€74–106
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)DUS - CDG
4h 28m
€116–331
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)N71 / ...
7h 13m
€39–76
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)FRA - CDG
4h 44m
€102–299
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)BRU - CDG
5h 33m
€132–354

Cologne to Paris by train (Eurostar)

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3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 527.4 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Paris, France?

Eurostar operates a train from Köln Hbf to Paris Nord 5 times a day. Tickets cost €50–210 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) 3 times a day. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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