How much does a train ticket from Paris to Cologne cost?

The average train ticket price from Paris to Cologne is $131. The best way to find train tickets from Paris to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Paris to Cologne?

A train trip between Paris and Cologne is around 3h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 250 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Paris and Cologne?

The number of trains from Paris to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Paris to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Paris to Cologne?

When taking the train from Paris to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Paris to Cologne?

Trains traveling between Paris and Cologne leave from Gare du Nord or Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Köln Triangle Panorama, Twelve Romanesque churches, Cologne Zoo, Hohenzollern Bridge, Historic Town Hall.

Train Paris to Cologne from $83 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Paris to Cologne on October 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:40pm	Aéroport CDG	14h 18m	12:58pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	3:55pm	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 20m	7:15pm	Hbf	Fastest
	7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
	7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
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Next departures for Paris to Cologne on October 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	Cheapest
3:55pm	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 20m	7:15pm	Hbf	Fastest
7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
9:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 25m	1:15pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Paris to Cologne on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:52pm	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 23m	9:15pm	Hbf	Cheapest
3:55pm	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 20m	7:15pm	Hbf	Fastest
11:51am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 24m	3:15pm	Hbf	No tags
5:52pm	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 23m	9:15pm	Hbf	No tags
5:52pm	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 23m	9:15pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Paris to Cologne on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 25m	1:15pm	Hbf	Cheapest
3:55pm	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 20m	7:15pm	Hbf	Fastest
7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Paris to Cologne on October 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	Cheapest
3:55pm	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 20m	7:15pm	Hbf	Fastest
7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
9:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 25m	1:15pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Paris to Cologne on October 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:40pm	Aéroport CDG	14h 18m	12:58pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	3:55pm	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 20m	7:15pm	Hbf	Fastest
	7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
	7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags
	7:50am	Paris Gare du Nord	3h 26m	11:16am	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:09 AM CEST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Paris to Cologne.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $164	Average Duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$62 - $210	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $82	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Paris to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

$25Cheapest ticket

17kgCO₂ emissions

Train Paris to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$131

Average train trip duration3h 25m

Number of daily trains5

Earliest train departure7:50am

Distance249 miles (401 km)

Latest train departure7:45pm

Train Companies

Eurostar

4.5/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Train and bus companies in DE:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways

Paris to Cologne Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Paris and Cologne?

Stops in Paris

A - Gare du Nord

B - Paris Gare de Lyon

C - Bercy Seine

D - Charles de Gaulle Airport

E - Orly Airport

F - Gare Montparnasse

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Frequently asked questions for your trip Paris - Cologne

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/30

$199

10/01

$103

Today

$103

10/03

$144

10/04

No data

10/05

No data

10/06

$168

10/07

$120

The cheapest trip from Paris to Cologne was searched and found on Oct 2, 2025 with a price of $103

To 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 $103 to $271 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 $120 which is on 2025-10-07.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Paris and Cologne is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cologne.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Cologne, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Paris and Cologne, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Paris to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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