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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Paris

Showing times and prices for 24 May

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

5 h

Average duration

5 h 24 m

Buses per day

Distance

403 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Paris will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.

Fast coaches

Of the 16 buses that leave Cologne for Paris every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 403 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

12:505h40

Cologne

18:30Paris

£321One-way

0 changes

6010 · 50332

09:259h00

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)

18:25Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)

£341One-way

1 change

08:005h40

Cologne

13:40Paris

£411One-way

0 changes

09:505h50

Cologne

15:40Paris

£411One-way

0 changes

15:205h00

Cologne

20:20Paris

£411One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cologne to Paris

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.

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Coach	Most popular Train
£41 Average Price Cheapest	£127 Average Price
9h 33m average duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 54m average duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Cologne to Paris bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday 23 May

Last updated at 11:03

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
51120	13:25 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	7h55	21:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus · FlixBus	13:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)	11h15	01:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	1 change
FlixBus	18:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)	9h15	04:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	0 changesdirect
50449	21:00 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	8h40	05:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	22:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)	7h15	05:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	23:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)	5h40	05:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	0 changesdirect
Saturday 24 May
FlixBus	05:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)	6h15	11:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	06:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)	8h20	15:05 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	0 changesdirect
6010 · 50332	07:25 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	9h00	16:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	1 change
50429 · 1660	09:55 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	8h40	18:35 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	1 change
50429	09:55 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	9h15	19:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Paris

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Buses from Cologne to Paris run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

403 km

Average bus duration

9h 3m

Cheapest ticket price

£20

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

6h 15m

First bus

00:05

Last bus

23:55

Price information

Coach companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar and BlaBlaCar Bus Cologne to Paris

You can travel by coach from Cologne to Paris with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar and BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £25. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost coach operators, founded in Germany and offering long-distance coach services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from Cologne to Paris coach information:

Average Duration: 6 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: £25

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French coach provider from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French car sharing service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long coach journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one cabin bag and up to two hold bags.

Buses from Cologne to Paris: Journey Details

Buses from Cologne to Paris leave at regular intervals from very early in the morning until very late at night. The journey time is between 6 and a quarter and 15 hours. Services are run by InfoBus, FlixBus, EuroLines and MegaBus. Most of these bus services are direct, while others require one change at Essen, which may involve a waiting time of close to four hours. Weekend services are also both frequent and regular.

Taking the Bus from Cologne

Most buses from Cologne to Paris leave from the central bus station, the ZOB, adjacent to Hauptbahnhof, the central railway station which is in the city centre. Some buses leave from the bus station at Gummersbacher Strasse, a 20 minute journey from the city centre using the city's tram system. Taxis are available and make the journey in about 10 minutes. Cologne's public transport system runs until 1am on weekdays. Some trams run all night at weekends.

Getting into Paris by Bus

Paris is one of the world's most enchanting cities, with its many world-famous sights and art treasures. The Louvre houses Leonardo da Vinci's 'Mona Lisa' among many thousands of other pieces. There is a panoramic view from the top of the Eiffel Tower. Many visitors choose to simply relax at a pavement cafe. The city's concert halls and night clubs regularly host global superstars. Buses from Cologne to Paris arrive at the Porte Maillot bus station, a 20 minute journey on the Metro system from central Paris. Taxis are available and make the journey in about 15 minutes. Public transport in Paris runs until midnight, and a night bus service operates throughout the city.

FAQs: Cologne to Paris coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Cologne to Paris with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Paris.

Cheap coach tickets from Cologne to Paris can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne to Paris is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cologne to Paris coach travel time is 5 h 40 min for the 249 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Cologne to Paris leaves at 00: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Cologne to Paris leaves at 22: 50.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Cologne to Paris without having to change trains with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. There are 7 direct coaches from Cologne to Paris each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Cologne to Paris coach with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar or BlaBlaCar Bus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip to Paris from Cologne as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

The cheapest month to travel from Cologne to Paris by coach is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Paris including taking a train or coach.

No, the coach from Cologne to Paris has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne to Paris.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cologne to Paris.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne to Paris.

No, luggage for the coach from Cologne to Paris needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cologne to Paris.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cologne to Paris.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne to Paris.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cologne to Paris.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Paris

Cologne

Paris

The major coach station for departures in Cologne is Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) for your trip from Cologne to Paris.

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