The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€23
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€57
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
7 h
Buses on Sep 18
15
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 €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 15 buses from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne, including 11 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 400 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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.
1466 · 504289:30 AM8h20Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)5:50 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€231One-way1 transfer
504289:00 AM8h50Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)5:50 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€401One-way0 transfers
5044810:30 PM7h55Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)6:25 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€451One-way0 transfers
521196:30 AM7h55Paris, Porte Maillot2:25 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€451One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus10:25 AM14h40Saint-Denis, Université1:05 AMBergisch Gladbach, Busbahnhof (Bensberg U)€501One-way1 transfer
FlixBus10:00 PM5h55Paris, Porte Maillot3:55 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€631One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:45 PM6h40Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)11:25 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€531One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 AM7h10Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)5:40 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€561One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:35 PM7h30Paris, Porte Maillot5:05 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)€581One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 AM7h45Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)6:15 PMLeverkusen, Bf Mitte€561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight 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 an average ticket price of €52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, while a flight costs an average of €483.
Distance: 400 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €117 Average price | €483 Average price | €95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne:
A bus is €79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne costing on average €131.
A bus is €431 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne costing on average €483.
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 38m.
Bus takes on average 8h 2m.
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, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50428 | 9:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h50 | 5:50 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1466 · 50428 | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h20 | 5:50 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h45 | 6:15 PM Leverkusen, Bf Mitte | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h10 | 5:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h40 | 11:25 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 10h05 | 3:00 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h50 | 5:35 AM Leverkusen, Bf Mitte | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h20 | 5:05 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 8h00 | 5:35 AM Leverkusen, Bf Mitte | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 7h30 | 5:05 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50448 | 10:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h55 | 6:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne
Buses from Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 400 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 400 km |
Average bus duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Paris Gare du Nord to CologneYou can travel by bus between Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar 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
Most Paris Gare du Nord to Cologne buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) station pair, with some services arriving at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). Use this guide to compare Paris Gare du Nord and Cologne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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:
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.
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:
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.
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