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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
5 h 30 m
Average
5 h 50 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
403 km
Of the 5 buses that leave Cologne for Paris every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance | 249 miles (402 km) | |
Average bus duration | 5 h 40 min | |
Average bus ticket price | $51 (€45) | |
Direct bus | Yes | |
Bus companies | Eurolines Germany, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus or BlaBlaCar |
Buses from Cologne to Paris cover the 249 miles (402 km) long route taking on average 5 h 40 min with our travel partners like Eurolines Germany, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus or BlaBlaCar. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $51 (€45), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $36 (€32). Travelers depart most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and arrive in Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Travel between Cologne and Paris from $36 (€32) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
Buses in Europe are a convenient way to travel between cities, with a number of bus companies offering both domestic and international routes. Buses from Cologne to Paris leave at regular intervals from very early in the morning until very late at night. The journey time is between 6 hours and 15 minutes and 15 hours. Services are run by Infobus, Flixbus, Eurolines and Megabus. Most of these bus services are direct, while others require one change at Essen, which may involve a waiting time of close to 4 hours. Weekend services are also both frequent and regular.
Return buses from Paris to Cologne are also available.
Most buses from Cologne to Paris leave from the central bus station, the ZOB, adjacent to Hauptbahnhof, the central railway station which is located in Cologne's city centre. Some buses leave from the bus station at Gummersbacher Strasse, a 20 minute journey from the city centre using the city's tram system. Taxis are also available and make the journey in about 10 minutes. Cologne's public transport system runs until 1 a.m. on weekdays. Some trams run all night on weekends.
Paris is one of the world's most enchanting cities, with its many world-famous sights and art treasures. The Louvre houses Leonardo da Vinci's 'Mona Lisa' among many thousands of other pieces. There is a panoramic view of the city from the top of the Eiffel Tower. Many visitors also choose to relax at a pavement cafe. The city's concert halls and night clubs regularly host global superstars. Buses from Cologne to Paris arrive at the Porte Maillot bus station, a 20 minute journey on the Metro system to central Paris. Taxis are also available and make the journey in about 15 minutes. While public transport in Paris only runs until midnight, a night bus service continues to offer service throughout the city.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), which is located around 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), located 2.5 miles (4.1 km) away from the city centre.
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