How much is the bus ticket from Paris to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Paris to Cologne start from $26. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Paris to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Paris to Cologne is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 256 miles (412 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Paris to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paris to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Paris to Cologne at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Paris to Cologne?

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 11405 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Paris to Cologne?

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

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

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Paris to Cologne from $25 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Paris to Cologne on February 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:30am	Bercy Seine	8h 10m	5:40pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
4:45pm	Bercy Seine	6h 40m	11:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
6:30am	Porte Maillot	7h 55m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
8:25am	Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3	11h 40m	8:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
9:05am	Bercy Seine	8h 35m	5:40pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Paris to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 24mAverage Duration

249 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $163	Average Duration8h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $211	Average Duration3h 24m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $84	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Paris and Cologne?

Stops in Paris

A
Porte Maillot
24 Boulevard Pershing, 75017 Paris-17E-Arrondissement, France
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B
Bercy Seine
210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
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C
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
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D
Orly Airport
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E
Paris (Pont de Levallois)
7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
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F
Massy
21 Avenue Carnot, 91300 Massy, France

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,217 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,432 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to 14 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 3.3-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access, but some complained about the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $26

BlaBlaCar Bus Paris Cologne recent customer reviews

The bus arrived 20 minutes late and arrived at the German airport 35 minutes late, so one of my suitcases was left at the airport.

Onur S.

November 25, 2025

The bathrooms were disgusting. No toilet paper or even soap. The drivers got lost in Brussels and we arrived 1 hour and 10 minutes late to our destination

Nicole P.

July 11, 2024

Bus Driver are very kindly, good and professional man

Guram G.

January 29, 2024

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paris to Cologne by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Paris to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paris to Cologne start from $26. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Paris to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Paris to Cologne is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 256 miles (412 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Paris to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paris to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Paris to Cologne at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paris to Cologne?
A bus trip from Paris to Cologne generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Paris to Cologne?
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 11405 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paris to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Paris to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Paris to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler 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

02/14

$59

02/15

$119

Today

$56

02/17

$36

02/18

$32

02/19

$31

02/20

$38

02/21

$35

The cheapest trip from Paris to Cologne was searched and found on Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $119 for a bus ticket from Paris to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-02-19.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Paris to Cologne?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 55m	Avg Price$42	Daily Departures19
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 24m	Avg Price$87	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h 10m	Avg Price$62	Daily Departures8