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Compare 3 ways to travel from Paris to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just £34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Paris and Cologne?
Paris
- A
Gare du Nord
95 Rue de Maubeuge, 75010 Paris, France - BParis Gare de Lyon, Place Louis-Armand, 75571 Paris, France
- C210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
- F
Gare Montparnasse
Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2, 17 Bd de Vaugirard, 75015 Paris, France
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paris to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Paris to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Paris to Cologne start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £81. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Paris to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Paris to Cologne is 3h 23m, covering a distance of 249 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 19m and is operated by Eurostar.
Which train operators serve the Paris to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Paris to Cologne?
The earliest train from Paris to Cologne departs at 07:33. And the latest train departs at 19:55.
Which is the best train operator from Paris to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Eurostar, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Paris to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Paris to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Paris to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Eurostar, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Paris to Cologne was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Paris to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £47 to £184 for a train ticket from Paris to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2025-12-15.
