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04/27/2025
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Paris to Cologne by bus

The journey from Paris to Cologne by bus is 250.4 mi and takes 8 hr 50 min. There are 52 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:00 AM and the last at 11:40 PM. It is possible to travel from Paris to Cologne by bus for as little as $21.53 or as much as $216.76. The best price for this journey is $21.53.

Lowest Price $21.53
Journey Duration 8 hr 50 min
Connection per Day 52
Lowest Price $21.53
Highest Price $216.76
First Departure 1:00 AM
Last Departure 11:40 PM
Distance 250.4 mi
Departure Paris
Arrival Cologne
Carriers Thalys, Eurostar

Paris to Cologne Bus Times

Departure date
Sunday, Apr 27, 2025

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Best time to book Paris to Cologne travel

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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 $19.48 to $46.10 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 58% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Paris to Cologne

The cheapest Paris - Cologne bus tickets can be found for as low as $31.16 if you’re lucky, or $34.03 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $40.56.

Find the best day to travel to Cologne by bus

When travelling to Cologne 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 BlaBlaCar Bus from Paris to Cologne
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Paris to Cologne 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 Paris to Cologne?
A bus ticket from Paris to Cologne is $49.10. 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 $21.53.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Paris to Cologne?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Paris to Cologne is $21.53. 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 Paris and Cologne by bus?
Paris to Cologne is 250.4 mi.
How long does the bus between Paris and Cologne take?
Paris to Cologne is on average 8 hr 50 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hr 18 min.
Which companies operate from Paris to Cologne?
The bus journey from Paris to Cologne is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Thalys, Eurostar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus and TGV inOui.
How many bus connections per day go from Paris to Cologne?
Paris to Cologne has 52 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Paris to Cologne leave?
The earliest bus from Paris to Cologne departs at 1:00 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 Paris to Cologne depart?
The latest bus from Paris to Cologne departs at 11:40 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 Paris to Cologne 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 $21.53 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 Paris to Cologne?
There are on average 27 direct connection(s) from Paris to go to Cologne.
What's the fastest journey time between Paris to Cologne by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Paris and Cologne is 5 hr 18 min.
Is there a direct bus from Paris to Cologne?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Paris and Cologne.
What are the CO2 emissions for Paris to Cologne by bus?
The bus journey from Paris to Cologne creates 30.22kg of CO2 emissions.

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