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Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its Picasso collection and important Pop Art holdings.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport 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 Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 8 buses that leave Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport for Cologne on Sun, Jun 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct buses cover the 379 km distance in an average of 8 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest buses will take 8 h 50 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $195.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $172 Average price | $653 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne:
A bus is $128 (€104) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne costing on average $172 (€139).
A bus is $609 (€494) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne costing on average $653 (€530).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 44m.
Bus takes on average 7h 4m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€35) compared to roughly $113 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $69 (€56). The journey takes 7h 4m versus 5h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne buses for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 8h55 | 5:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
50448 | 11:15 PM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 7h10 | 6:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 8h50 | 8:30 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 AM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 10h20 | 10:30 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 AM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 9h15 | 12:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
50428 | 9:55 AM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 7h55 | 5:50 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 8h40 | 8:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 8h50 | 3:00 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:55, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 7:55 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Cologne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cologne trip today.
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its Picasso collection and important Pop Art holdings.
Archaeological museum focused on Roman Cologne; famous for mosaics and finds from the ancient city. Main building has had closures, but the collection remains significant.
Leading fine arts museum with medieval, Baroque and 19th-century European painting in Cologne's historic center.
The city's most visited walking area, with narrow lanes, churches, colorful houses and easy access to major sights.
Popular riverside walking route with postcard views of the cathedral, bridges and skyline, especially lively near sunset.
Historic square in the Old Town surrounded by traditional facades, busy pedestrian activity and classic Cologne atmosphere.
Cologne’s signature pale beer, traditionally served in small cylindrical glasses called Stangen. It is central to the city’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a Brauhaus.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, often served with fried onions and black pudding. The sweet-savory combination is strongly associated with Rhineland home cooking.
Despite the name, this is not chicken but a rye bread roll with Gouda, mustard, onions, and pickles. It is a beloved Brauhaus snack traditionally eaten with Kölsch.
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Cologne known for creative modern tasting menus and polished service, ideal for a higher-end culinary experience.
A well-known casual restaurant famous for schnitzel and generous portions, with a friendly, old-school Cologne neighborhood feel.
A long-established Brauhaus in the Old Town serving hearty Cologne specialties, fresh Kölsch, and a warm wood-paneled atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate by German standards: supermarkets and casual food are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but a tip is expected. Round up in cafés and taxis, and add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport 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.

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