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

The cheapest way to get from Germany to France is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 14h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Germany to France is to fly which takes 4h 12m and costs €80 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Germany to France. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Grunerstr. and arriving at Châtelet - Quai de Gesvres via Berlin Südkreuz train station, Anny Flore and Gare Saint-Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and France?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to France. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Cité via Berlin Hbf, Strasbourg Bahnhof and Gare de l'Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Germany to France?

The distance between Germany and France is 493 km. The road distance is 1044.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Germany to France without a car is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs €150 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Germany to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to France bus from?

Germany to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Südkreuz train station.

Where do I catch the Germany to France train from?

Germany to France train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Germany to France?

The best way to get from Germany to France is to fly which takes 4h 12m and costs €80 - €230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €150 - €360 and takes 9h 45m, you could also bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 14h 52m.

Where does the Germany to France bus arrive?

Germany to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris station.

Where does the Germany to France train arrive?

Germany to France train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Strasbourg Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Germany to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to France is 1045 km. It takes approximately 9h 14m to drive from Germany to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 23102+ hotels available in France.

Can I share a ride from Germany to France?

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

Germany to France - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 10 ways to get from Germany to France by plane, train, bus, night train, car, 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.

Fly Frankfurt to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)FRA - CDG
4h 12m
€84–222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to ParisN100
14h 52m
€41–69
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Strasbourg Bahnhof82
2. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Paris l'Est83 / ...
9h 45m
€156–351
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Berlin to Cologne
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Paris NordThalys
13h 51m
€82–259
Night train
1. Take the night train from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Paris EstNj
16h 1m
€88–291
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)DUS - CDG
4h 24m
€115–284
Fly Frankfurt to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)FRA - LYS
4h 24m
€117–255
Fly Frankfurt to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)FRA - NCE
4h 33m
€106–254
Drive 1,044.9 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Paris1,044.9 km
9h 14m
€159–230
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Paris1,043.6 km
12h 8m
€63

Germany to France by train and subway

8Weekly Services

9h 45mAverage Duration

€156Cheapest Price

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Distance: 492.9 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Germany and France?

Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa, and three other airlines fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Cité via Berlin Hbf, Strasbourg Bahnhof, Paris Gare De L'Est, and Gare de l'Est in around 9h 45m.

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