- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
World-famous museum with masterpieces from antiquity to the 19th century, including the Mona Lisa and vast decorative arts collections.
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
5 h 3 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bonn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bonn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Bonn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est without transferring at least 2 times.
STR 66 · ICE 511 · ICE 9568
ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 511 · ICE 9568
25406 · ICE 511 · ICE 9568
STR 66 · ICE 511 · ICE 9568
25406 · ICE 511 · ICE 9568
ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 511 · ICE 9568Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bonn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $172.
Distance: 247 miles (398 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $212 Average price | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bonn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est:
A bus is $102 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bonn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $152 (€124).
A bus is $162 (€132) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bonn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $212 (€174).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de l'Est take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Bus takes on average 6h 3m.
Tickets start at around $152 (€124) compared to roughly $119 (€98) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-32.47 (€-26.56). The journey takes 5h 17m versus 5h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bonn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9414 | 6:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h56 | 10:05 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9414 | 6:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h26 | 10:05 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9426 | 8:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h55 | 12:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9426 | 8:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h26 | 12:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9438 | 10:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h26 | 2:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9450 | 12:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h26 | 4:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9474 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h22 | 8:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
25406 · ICE 511 · ICE 9568 | On time 4:33 AM Bonn Hbf | 6h03 | 10:36 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
STR 66 · ICE 511 · ICE 9568 | On time 5:33 AM Bonn Hbf | 5h03 | 10:36 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bonn Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:12, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 247 miles (398 km) distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 247 miles (398 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 2:12 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare de l'Est — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare de l'Est trip today.
World-famous museum with masterpieces from antiquity to the 19th century, including the Mona Lisa and vast decorative arts collections.
Major art museum in a Beaux-Arts railway station, best known for outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with an iconic inside-out building and strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, stairways, viewpoints, and strong visual appeal.
Lively historic neighborhood with elegant mansions, boutiques, small museums, and one of Paris's best walking atmospheres.
Classic Paris garden with fountains, tree-lined paths, statues, and chairs ideal for a relaxed stroll or break.
A classic Paris bistro dish of grilled steak served with crispy fries, prized for its simplicity and found on menus across the capital.
Traditional onion soup gratine with beef stock, bread, and melted cheese, strongly associated with historic Parisian brasseries.
A toasted ham and cheese sandwich, often topped with bchamel, popular in Parisian cafs as a simple comfort food.
A respected traditional French bistro a short walk away, known for carefully prepared regional cuisine and a warm classic dining room.
A landmark brasserie opposite Gare du Nord known for seafood platters, Alsatian dishes, and traditional Parisian atmosphere.
Historic-style bouillon near the station serving classic French dishes in a lively, affordable brasserie setting.
Paris is pricey for dining and hotels. Budget eats exist, but sit-down meals and coffee near major stations cost more.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up small change or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up; tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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