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05/12/2025
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Cologne to Paris by bus

The journey from Cologne to Paris by bus is 250.4 mi and takes 9 hr 2 min. There are 61 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:05 AM and the last at 11:35 PM. It is possible to travel from Cologne to Paris by bus for as little as $23.59 or as much as $199.09. The best price for this journey is $23.59.

Lowest Price $23.59
Journey Duration 9 hr 2 min
Connection per Day 61
Lowest Price $23.59
Highest Price $199.09
First Departure 12:05 AM
Last Departure 11:35 PM
Distance 250.4 mi
Departure Cologne
Arrival Paris
Carriers Thalys, Eurostar

Cologne to Paris Bus Times

Departure date
Monday, May 12, 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $21.78 to $55.61 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 61% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Paris

The cheapest Cologne - Paris bus tickets can be found for as low as $29.26 if you’re lucky, or $34.73 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $44.89.

Find the best day to travel to Paris by bus

When travelling to Paris by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Thalys, Eurostar and OUIGO from Cologne to Paris
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Cologne to Paris CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
28.21kg
Bus
30.22kg
Flight
80.6kg
Car
64.48kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Cologne to Paris?
A bus ticket from Cologne to Paris is $58.86. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $23.59.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Cologne to Paris?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Cologne to Paris is $23.59. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Cologne and Paris by bus?
Cologne to Paris is 250.4 mi.
How long does the bus between Cologne and Paris take?
Cologne to Paris is on average 9 hr 2 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hr 26 min.
Which companies operate from Cologne to Paris?
The bus journey from Cologne to Paris is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Thalys, Eurostar, OUIGO, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus and TGV inOui.
How many bus connections per day go from Cologne to Paris?
Cologne to Paris has 61 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Cologne to Paris leave?
The earliest bus from Cologne to Paris departs at 12:05 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Cologne to Paris depart?
The latest bus from Cologne to Paris departs at 11:35 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Cologne to Paris in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $23.59 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Cologne to Paris?
There are on average 25 direct connection(s) from Cologne to go to Paris.
What's the fastest journey time between Cologne to Paris by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Cologne and Paris is 5 hr 26 min.
Is there a direct bus from Cologne to Paris?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Cologne and Paris.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cologne to Paris by bus?
The bus journey from Cologne to Paris creates 30.22kg of CO2 emissions.

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