The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
Cheapest price
€56
Average price
€86
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Buses per day
22
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 €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
Of the 22 buses that leave Paris Gare du Nord for Cologne on Sun, Dec 21, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 400 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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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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 €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €59.
Distance: 400 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€42 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m 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, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
51119 | 5:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h55 | 1:25 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | 8:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h15 | 5:10 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 | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h10 | 4:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1663 · 6011 | 11:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h50 | 9:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
50327 · 6011 | 11:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h45 | 9:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h05 | 10:35 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 | |
51297 · 50448 | 7:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 9h55 | 5:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h30 | 4:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h00 | 4:35 AM Leverkusen, Bf Mitte | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 2:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
30484 · 6010 | 9:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h05 | 8:20 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
50448 | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h55 | 5:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h00 | 7:00 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h30 | 6:30 AM Leverkusen, Bf Mitte | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
Buses from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 21:15. The fastest bus covers the 400 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 400 km |
Average bus duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 04:30 |
Last bus 21:15 |
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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.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 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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