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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport
Cheapest price
€77
Average price
€77
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport will cost around €77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €77.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Paris Orly Airport on Mon, Aug 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 411 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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.
5:44 PM3h31Cologne Hbf9:15 PMParis Orly Airport€771One-way0 transfers
- 5:44 PM3h31Cologne Hbf9:15 PMParis Orly Airport€771One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €253.
Distance: 255 miles (411 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€79 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €368 Average price | €94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 53m Average total duration 31h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport:
A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport costing on average €79.
A bus is €320 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport costing on average €368.
Other travel options to Paris Orly Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 43m.
Flight takes on average 31h 53m.
The journey is about 25m faster (4h 52m by train vs 5h 17m by car) and roughly €16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€79 vs €94). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Eurostar.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h32 | 8:16 PM Paris Orly Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h31 | 9:15 PM Paris Orly Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 16:44. The fastest train covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 255 miles (411 km) |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 6:39 AM |
Last train 4:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport trainsEurostar, Deutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Paris Orly Airport from €35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris Orly Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport
Most Cologne Hbf to Paris Orly Airport trains use the Köln Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Paris Orly Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
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