4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 10 buses that leave Paris Gare du Nord for Cologne on Wed, Feb 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 400 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 400 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €127 Average price | €361 Average price |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50428 | 8:05 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h35 | 4:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1466 · 50428 | 8:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h10 | 4:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h10 | 4:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h45 | 5:15 PM Leverkusen, Bf Mitte | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h35 | 10:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h05 | 10:35 PM Leverkusen, Bf Mitte | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 8h00 | 4:35 AM Leverkusen, Bf Mitte | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 7h30 | 4:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
| 5:00 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 7h40 | 12:40 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 8h10 | 3:40 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
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Buses from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 400 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 400 km |
Average bus duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 05:30 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Paris Gare du Nord to CologneYou can travel by bus between Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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