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Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside Cologne Cathedral, known for Picasso, Pop Art, and an excellent overview of 20th-century art.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 11 buses that leave Paris for Cologne Bonn Airport on Thu, Jun 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 409 km distance in an average of 7 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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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50448Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $183.
Distance: 254 miles (409 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $199 Average price | $609 Average price | $120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A bus is $155 (€125) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average $199 (€161).
A bus is $565 (€457) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average $609 (€492).
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 44m.
Bus takes on average 7h 1m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $120 (€97) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $76 (€61). The journey takes 7h 1m versus 6h 1m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, 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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Cologne Bonn Airport buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h10 | 5:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h40 | 11:25 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h20 | 5:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 7h30 | 5:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h55 | 3:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 9h30 | 8:30 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
52119 | 6:30 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 7h55 | 2:25 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50458 | 8:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h25 | 4:50 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50428 | 9:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h50 | 5:50 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1466 · 50428 | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h20 | 5:50 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Paris to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 254 miles (409 km) distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 254 miles (409 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum beside Cologne Cathedral, known for Picasso, Pop Art, and an excellent overview of 20th-century art.
Popular chocolate museum on the Rhine, featuring the history of cacao, production displays, and family-friendly exhibits.
One of Germany’s important fine-art museums, with medieval, Baroque, and Impressionist collections in the city center.
Broad riverside promenade in Deutz with one of the city’s most photographed postcard views of the cathedral skyline.
Historic Old Town square lined with traditional buildings, a lively base for exploring Cologne’s oldest central streets.
Regenerated harbor district mixing waterfront promenades and modern architecture, especially popular for walks and social-media photos.
The city’s signature pale, top-fermented beer, traditionally served in small glasses. It is central to Cologne’s brewing culture and best known as the local drink to try.
A classic Cologne rye roll with Gouda cheese, butter, mustard, and onions. Despite the name, it contains no chicken and is a beloved local pub snack.
A traditional Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, often served with black pudding and fried onions. The sweet-savory combination is iconic in Cologne.
Modern fine-dining restaurant in Cologne known for creative tasting menus and polished service, offering a high-end contrast to the city’s traditional brauhaus scene.
Long-established casual restaurant famous for schnitzel and hearty German cooking, with a friendly neighborhood feel and generous portions.
Established traditional brewhouse in central Cologne known for Kölsch, Halver Hahn, and hearty Rhineland classics in a lively historic atmosphere.
Airport prices are above city averages, but Germany overall is moderate. Expect higher costs for meals, coffee, and convenience items in terminals.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Round up for taxis. Small tips are appreciated at cafés but not required.
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