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

The cheapest way to get from France to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €34 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from France to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct train between France and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from France to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Cité and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from France to Cologne?

The distance between France and Cologne is 531 km. The road distance is 479.2 km.

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

The best way to get from France to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €45 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from France to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the France to Cologne train from?

France to Cologne train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.

Train or bus from France to Cologne?

The best way to get from France to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €45 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the France to Cologne train arrive?

France to Cologne train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from France to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between France to Cologne is 479 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from France to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1757+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from France to Cologne?

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

France to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 9 ways to get from France to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, train, 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 Paris Nord to Koeln HbfThalys
4h 36m
€48–212
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Paris to Cologne480.2 km
5h 47m
€34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Cologne Airport CGNN71 / ...
7h 37m
€41–67
Drive 479.2 km
1. Drive from Paris to Cologne479.2 km
4h 34m
€73–106
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)CDG - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbf
4h 48m
€120–335
Train via Châtelet (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Köln HbfTha
4h 46m
€47–212
Fly Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)NCE - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbf
5h 23m
€73–258
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Frankfurt (FRA)CDG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
4h 54m
€94–301
Train, train to Zurich Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbb
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
3. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)ZRH - CGN
6h 19m
€123–291

France to Cologne by subway and train (Eurostar)

38Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 530.7 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between France and Cologne, Germany?

Eurostar operates a train from Paris Nord to Koeln Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €45–210 and the journey takes 3h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Cologne Airport CGN 3 times a day. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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