Cologne to Paris bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Paris

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 09
Cheapest price on Nov 09
€24
Average ticket price on Nov 09
€40
Fastest journey on Nov 09
6 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Nov 09
7 h 8 m
Buses on Nov 09
9
Distance
403 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Paris will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.

Fast buses

On Mon, Nov 09, we found 9 buses from Cologne to Paris, including 8 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 09 the direct buses cover the 403 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .

On Mon, Nov 09 the slowest buses will take 8 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 1660
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus52120
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50429
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50449
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Paris

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Buses from Cologne to Paris run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 403 km distance in 5h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
403 km
Average bus duration
7h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
€20
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
5h 40m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
84 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Cologne to Paris trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cologne to Paris.

Cheap coach tickets from Cologne to Paris can start from as little as €20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne to Paris is €45; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Cologne to Paris leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cologne to Paris leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Cologne to Paris with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Cologne to Paris bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Paris buses for today, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus7:35 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
9h55
5:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
11h30
7:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
9h30
6:00 AM Paris, Porte Maillot0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:20 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
11h05
9:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)1 transfer
BlaBlaCar Bus5044911:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
8h40
7:40 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:55 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
8h00
7:55 AM Paris, Porte Maillot0 transfersDirect
Monday, November 9
FlixBusFlixBus1:45 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
6h05
7:50 AM Paris, Porte Maillot0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:50 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
6h25
2:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar Bus5042911:55 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
9h15
9:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 166011:55 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
8h30
8:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus1:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
7h05
8:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar Bus521203:35 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
8h05
11:40 PM Paris, Porte Maillot0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Cologne to Paris buses with Omio?

FlixBus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus offer buses services from Cologne to Paris.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cologne to Paris.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Paris.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Paris.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Cologne to Paris.

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Cologne to ParisYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Paris with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
5h 40m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€24
FlixBus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
7h 35m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
€20
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Learn more about BlaBlaCar Bus

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cologne and Paris

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Cologne to Paris, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Paris. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cologne and Paris and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Paris:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne to Paris for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cologne to Paris depends on the coach companies:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne to Paris.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Paris:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Paris:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Paris. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cologne to Paris with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne to Paris with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cologne to Paris with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Paris

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Paris by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Cologne to Paris

Most Cologne to Paris buses use the Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station pair, with some services arriving at Paris, Porte Maillot. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Paris bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Cologne
Arrival bus stations in Paris

Which Cologne station do buses to Paris leave from?

Buses from Cologne to Paris leave from Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2). The station is 13 km from Cologne city centre at Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, Germany.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, GermanyWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 16m · €4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 20m · €4
Re · 21m · every ~2 min
BusS19, S12 · 27m · €5

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)Kennedystrasse, Koln, GermanyWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 8m · €4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 12m · €4

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.

More about Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)

Bus stations for Cologne to Paris

Check bus stations information for Cologne and Paris, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Cologne , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2), Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) . When arriving in Paris , you can end your trip in coach stations like Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Paris, Porte Maillot, Paris, Pont de Levallois, Paris, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne), Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2), which is located around 13 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), located 3 away from the city centre.

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