How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Paris?

The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Paris start from JP¥6,605. The average price for this train route is around JP¥17,415. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cologne to Paris?

The average train journey time from Cologne to Paris is 3h 26m, covering a distance of 402 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 21m and is operated by Eurostar .

Which train operators serve the Cologne to Paris route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Paris?

The earliest train from Cologne to Paris departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 18:44.

Train Cologne to Paris from JP¥6,818

Next train departures

Next departures from Cologne to Paris on 2 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:39	Hbf	4h 36m	22:15	Paris Gare du Nord	Cheapest
Train	15:39	Hbf	4h 33m	20:12	Paris Gare du Nord	Fastest
Train	15:39	Hbf	4h 33m	20:12	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	15:39	Hbf	4h 33m	20:12	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	17:39	Hbf	4h 36m	22:15	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Paris on 3 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:39	Hbf	3h 31m	12:10	Paris Gare du Nord	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:44	Hbf	3h 31m	22:15	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Paris on 4 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:44	Hbf	3h 31m	22:15	Paris Gare du Nord	Cheapest
Train	16:43	Hbf	3h 29m	20:12	Paris Gare du Nord	Fastest
Train	18:44	Hbf	3h 31m	22:15	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	18:44	Hbf	3h 31m	22:15	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Paris on 5 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:44	Hbf	3h 31m	22:15	Paris Gare du Nord	Cheapest
Train	16:43	Hbf	3h 29m	20:12	Paris Gare du Nord	Fastest
Train	06:39	Hbf	3h 33m	10:12	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	06:39	Hbf	3h 33m	10:12	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	06:39	Hbf	3h 33m	10:12	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Paris on 6 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:43	Hbf	3h 22m	20:05	Paris Gare du Nord	CheapestFastest
Train	06:39	Hbf	3h 26m	10:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	06:39	Hbf	3h 26m	10:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	06:39	Hbf	3h 26m	10:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	08:39	Hbf	3h 26m	12:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Paris on 7 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:44	Hbf	3h 21m	22:05	Paris Gare du Nord	CheapestFastest
Train	08:39	Hbf	3h 26m	12:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	08:39	Hbf	3h 26m	12:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	08:39	Hbf	3h 26m	12:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	10:39	Hbf	3h 26m	14:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Paris on 8 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:44	Hbf	3h 21m	22:05	Paris Gare du Nord	CheapestFastest
Train	06:39	Hbf	3h 26m	10:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	06:39	Hbf	3h 26m	10:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	06:39	Hbf	3h 26m	10:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags
Train	08:39	Hbf	3h 26m	12:05	Paris Gare du Nord	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:27 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 26 minutes and with fares starting at just JP¥6,605, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 26mAverage duration

402 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceJP¥4,438 - JP¥27,912	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceJP¥6,605 - JP¥41,170	Average duration3h 26m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Paris?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Paris

A
Gare du Nord
95 Rue de Maubeuge, 75010 Paris, France
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B
Paris Gare de Lyon
Paris Gare de Lyon, Place Louis-Armand, 75571 Paris, France
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C
Bercy Seine
210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
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D
Orly Airport
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E
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
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Paris (Pont de Levallois)
7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
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Train Companies

Eurostar

4.3/522 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi4.0

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eurostar ticket prices on this trip start at JP¥6,605

FR train companies: Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Paris by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Paris?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Paris start from JP¥6,605. The average price for this train route is around JP¥17,415. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Paris?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Paris is 3h 26m, covering a distance of 402 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 21m and is operated by Eurostar.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Paris route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Paris?
The earliest train from Cologne to Paris departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 18:44.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

31/05

JP¥32,277

01/06

JP¥23,247

Today

JP¥23,218

03/06

JP¥23,224

04/06

JP¥23,218

05/06

JP¥23,218

06/06

JP¥11,511

07/06

JP¥6,829

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Paris was searched and found on 7 Jun 2026 with a price of JP¥6,829

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

You can expect to pay from JP¥6,829 to JP¥38,929 for a train ticket from Cologne to Paris based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at JP¥6,829, which is on 2026-06-07.