Bus from Cologne to Paris: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Paris on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Cologne/Bonn Airport
    		Aéroport CDGCheapest
    Flixbus
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    		Bercy SeineFastest
    BlaBlaCar Bus
      		Cologne/Bonn Airport
      		Bercy SeineNo tags
      Flixbus
      		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
      		Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3No tags
      Flixbus
      		Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
      		Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 03:53 CET.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Paris

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Paris. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      9carpool per day
      5h 20mAverage duration
      250 milesDistance
      17kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£21 - £100Average duration8h 50m
      10kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£34 - £177Average duration3h 26m
      10kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£19 - £47Average duration5h 20m
      17kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Paris

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Paris?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Paris start from £21. The average price for this route is around £35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Paris?

        The average bus journey time from Cologne to Paris is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 250 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Paris route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Paris?

        The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Paris at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Paris?

        A bus journey from Cologne to Paris produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Cologne to Paris?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.

      7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Paris?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Paris?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Paris?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      29/11
      £34
      30/11
      £35
      Today
      £26
      02/12
      £33
      03/12
      £30
      04/12
      £19
      05/12
      £28
      06/12
      £19
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Paris was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Paris as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from £19 to £76 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Paris based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-06.

      Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Paris?

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