Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

lei409

Average ticket price on Sep 19

lei750

Fastest journey on Sep 19

4 h 7 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

4 h 41 m

Trains on Sep 19

7

Distance

402 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est will cost around lei750 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei409.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 19, we found 7 trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est, including 7 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 402 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .

On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 21 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.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5:30 AM5h21
    Cologne Messe/Deutz
    10:51 AMParis Gare de l'Est
    lei4091One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12:30 PM4h46
    Cologne Messe/Deutz
    5:16 PMParis Gare de l'Est
    lei4881One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6:30 AM5h21
    Cologne Messe/Deutz
    11:51 AMParis Gare de l'Est
    lei4881One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8:31 AM4h36
    Cologne Messe/Deutz
    1:07 PMParis Gare de l'Est
    lei7851One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9:26 AM6h24
    Cologne Messe/Deutz
    3:50 PMParis Gare de l'Est
    lei9251One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of lei316 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei316, while a flight costs an average of lei3156.

Distance: 249 miles (402 km)

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Train
Most popular
Bus
Flight
Driving

lei696

Average price

lei316

Average price

Cheapest

lei3156

Average price

lei536

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 15m

Average total duration

4h 45m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

8h 28m

Average total duration

7h 58m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 47m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 59m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Lufthansa City Airlines

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est is a bus with an average price of lei316.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est:

A bus is lei380 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average lei696.

A bus is lei2840 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average lei3156.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 47m.

Other travel options to Paris Gare de l'Est take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 45m.

Bus takes on average 7h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne Messe/Deutz and Paris Gare de l'Est including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 14m sooner (4h 45m by train vs 4h 59m by car). Tickets start at around lei696 compared to roughly lei536 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Eurostar.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn5:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
5h21
10:51 AM Paris Gare de l'Est0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn6:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
5h21
11:51 AM Paris Gare de l'Est0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn7:31 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
4h36
12:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn8:31 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
4h36
1:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn9:26 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
6h24
3:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn9:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
4h07
1:54 PM Paris Gare de l'Est0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn12:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
4h46
5:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est0 transfersDirect

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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of TGV or Eurostar to find the best option for your trip from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline, Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TGV or Eurostar to find the best option for your trip from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est

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Trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei331 but you can travel from only lei140 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 15:32. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 3h 52m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from lei140
Distance
249 miles (402 km)
Average train duration
4h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
lei331
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
3h 52m
First train
5:30 AM
Last train
3:32 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from lei140

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Eurostar from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, Eurostar trains will get you between Cologne Messe/Deutz and Paris Gare de l'Est from lei140. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
4h 26m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
lei331
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

TGV

About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TGV Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest TGV Price
lei426
TGV frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Eurostar Duration
3h 52m
Cheapest Eurostar Price
lei925
Eurostar frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est 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 Gare de l'Est, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at lei331, while the average price is around lei696.
The train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est takes 3h 52m and runs 3 per day.
The first train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est leaves at 5:30 AM.
The distance by train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est is 249 miles (402 km).
The last train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est leaves at 3:32 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est.
Yes, there is a direct train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est. This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Eurostar.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est is by bus, with a cost of around lei140.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est.
Since both Cologne Messe/Deutz and Paris Gare de l'Est are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Paris Gare de l'Est include Reims, Troyes, Épernay, Brussels, Chalons-en-Champagne.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est

Most Cologne Messe/Deutz to Paris Gare de l'Est trains use the Köln Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Messe/Deutz and Paris Gare de l'Est train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cologne
Arrival train stations in Paris
Köln Messe/DeutzKöln Messe/Deutz, Ottoplatz 7, 50679 KölnWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre

Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb26 · 12m · lei17 · every ~3 min
Subway1, 9, 4, 3 · 15m · lei11 · every ~52 min

Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services

Köln Messe/Deutz 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: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.

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