Bus from Cologne to Paris: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Paris on February 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Bercy SeineCheapest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bercy SeineFastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Bercy SeineNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3No tags
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Porte MaillotNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:10 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Paris

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Paris. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
402 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$37 - $206Average Duration8h 50m
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$57 - $357Average Duration3h 30m
10kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$36 - $85Average Duration5h 20m
17kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Paris by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Paris?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Paris start from $37. The average price for this route is around $60. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Paris?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Paris is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 409 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Paris route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Paris?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Paris at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Paris?

    A bus trip from Cologne to Paris generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cologne to Paris?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11451 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Paris?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Paris?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Paris?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02-22
$77
02-23
$80
Today
$68
02-25
$39
02-26
$35
02-27
$39
02-28
$43
03-01
$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Paris was searched and found on Feb 26, 2026 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Paris, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $106 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Paris based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-02-26.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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