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Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Paris

Showing times and prices for Oct 04

Cheapest

€86

Average

€100

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

04:58PM5h08

Cologne Hbf

10:06PMGare de Paris-Est

€861One-way

1 transfer

12:57PM5h08

Cologne Hbf

06:05PMGare de Paris-Est

€861One-way

1 transfer

03:21AM6h31

Cologne Hbf

09:52AMGare de Paris-Est

€971One-way

2 transfers

09:11AM5h02

Cologne Messe/Deutz

02:13PMGare de Paris-Est

€1161One-way

2 transfers

08:55AM5h18

Cologne Hbf

02:13PMGare de Paris-Est

€1161One-way

1 transfer

Train schedule from Cologne to Paris

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Deutsche Bahn

08:55AM5h18

Cologne Hbf

02:13PMGare de Paris-Est

1 transfer

Deutsche Bahn

09:11AM5h02

Cologne Messe/Deutz

02:13PMGare de Paris-Est

2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Cologne to Paris

Showing times and prices for Oct 04

Fastest Journey

5 h 2 m

Average

5 h 10 m

Trains per day

Distance

403 km

It's difficult to get from Cologne to Paris without transferring at least once.

Fastest

09:11AM5h02

Cologne Messe/Deutz

02:13PMGare de Paris-Est

€1391One-way

2 transfers

08:55AM5h18

Cologne Hbf

02:13PMGare de Paris-Est

€1391One-way

1 transfer

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Pro

Very fast

Contra

Little space

I took the train from Cologne to Paris in the summer. It was a very pleasant ride and it was very fast. Of course, a big plus is that you can't get stuck in traffic. I would really do it again and again, as it is much less complicated than going by car

Pro

Comfortable seats

Departure on time

Fast train

Contra

Full luggage compartments

The train ride from Cologne to Paris was a great experience. The seats were very comfortable and there were sockets for charging cell phones and laptops. Unfortunately, the overhead compartments were a bit small, so there was little room for luggage. The train staff was friendly and very helpful. The ride was on time and fast. There was a nice view. Overall a very great experience and highly recommended.

Pro

Beautiful train

Good equipment

Contra

Slight delay

The train journey from Cologne to Paris was an absolute pleasure. The train interior was modern and comfortable, with spacious seats and a pleasant atmosphere. The cleanliness on the train was exemplary. The price/performance ratio was reasonable for the quality offered. Although the train was slightly late, this was communicated transparently and the arrival time was still acceptable.

Pro

Hygiene

Personal

Food

Contra

Punctuality

I can highly recommend this train ride to everyone. It was pleasant and arrived at my destination on time even though it was late. The staff was very friendly and helped me with my problems. The food was also very tasty and lukewarm. I also liked the hygiene as the toilets and seats and tables were very clean. Also the other passengers were quiet and respectful.

Pro

WIFI connection

Punctuality

Price

Contra

Need to change

Personal

Hygiene

Dear Sir or Madam, I took a train trip with DB from Cologne to Paris. First some good aspects about the trip. The wifi connection was excellent. Also, the train arrived in Paris very on time. The price of the ticket was expensive, but it was very great compared to airline tickets. However, there were a lot of transfer necessities. The staff was also rather unfriendly. The ticket control was also problematic, because the staff was especially also impatient. Unfortunately, no attention was paid to hygiene. So the toilets, seats were not really clean. Overall, a satisfactory trip.

Overview: Train from Cologne to Paris

	Distance	249 miles (402 km)
	Average train duration	3 h 22 min
	Average train ticket price	$155 (€140)
	Train frequency	4 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 4 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Thalys, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn

Trains from Cologne to Paris cover the 249 miles (402 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 22 min with our travel partners like Thalys, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 4 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $155 (€140), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $125 (€113). Travelers depart most frequently from Köln Hbf and arrive in Paris Gare du Nord.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and Thalys from Cologne to Paris trains

Deutsche Bahn and Thalys trains will get you between Cologne and Paris from $125 (€113). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thalys is a French-Belgian high-speed train company that connects the main capital cities. For your next train to Paris from Cologne with Thalys, you can choose from these different ticket fares: Standard Mini, Standard, Comfort and Premium.

Cologne to Paris train information with Thalys:

Average Duration: 3 h 24 min
Thalys frequency: 4 a day

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Cologne to Paris train.

Cheapest Price: $125

Train from Cologne to Paris

Train services offer convenient means of traveling from Cologne to Paris. About 50 trains ply the Cologne-Paris route, with some making direct connections while others require transfers along the way. The two cities lie about 250 miles apart, and it can take anywhere from three and a half hours to nine hours to cover the entire journey depending on the provider and the number of transfers. Trains are provided by Germany's main rail company Deutsche Bahn and highspeed Thalys trains with services spread throughout the day.

Cologne to Paris Train Time: Daily Departures

There are daily train departures from Cologne to Paris, with an average of 22 trains operating between the two cities. However, the frequency of connections varies depending on the day of the week. Thursday registers the highest number of trips at 22, while some Fridays may have as low as eight trains from Cologne to Paris. The earliest train leaves Cologne at around 3:30 a.m. with the last train departing in the early evening.

How long is the journey by train from Cologne to Paris?

On average, a train from Cologne to Paris takes four hours 53 minutes to cover the whole journey. However, there are instances when the trip lasts three hours 24 minutes when traveling direct onboard a high-speed Thalys train. The journey time between the two cities varies depending on whether the route is direct or requires transfers, and the time spent at each transfer station.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Cologne to Paris?

Departure train station: Trains from Cologne to Paris use Cologne Central Station as the main departure point. The station is around one mile (one and a half km) from the city center. Passengers can easily access the city center by bus or a tram in under ten minutes. The station boasts a modern building with luggage handling facilities, parking and eateries.

Arrival train station: Paris Gare du Nord is the arrival station and is located about four miles (six km) from the city center. Travelers can use the metro to connect the two points. The Paris Gare du Nord features an array of facilities and services such as waiting zones, ticket vending machines, phone cabins, money exchange outlets and coffee shops.

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Paris?

There are two companies which provide services from a train from Cologne to Paris: Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Thalys. DB, which is the main railway company of the Federal Republic of Germany, offers commuter train services from Cologne to Paris and makes one or two stopovers in Frankfurt and Mannheim. It has more departures than Thalys, and sometimes has cheaper tickets than Thalys. On the other hand, Thalys provides fast connections between the two cities, with its 8:45 a.m. departure being the fastest. Most Thalys services are direct.

Deutsche Bahn Cologne to Paris

Traveling via Deutsche Bahn entails transfers in Mannheim or Frankfurt. On most occasions, passengers may make between two and four transfers before arriving in Paris. These changes result in cheaper tickets. Deutsche Bahn offers at least one departure per hour, rising to two during peak travel times. On average, the journey takes just shy of five hours.

Thalys Cologne to Paris

Thalys mostly offers direct train connections between Cologne and Paris. A direct trip may last as little as three hours 21 minutes, and tickets for non-stop connections are more expensive. Thalys trains depart every two to three hours throughout the day starting in the morning, ending in the early evening.

Cologne to Paris Trains: Services on Board

Whether passengers travel on a Deutsche Bahn or Thalys, they can expect to experience sheer luxury in a spacious and relaxing environment. The availability of a first-class coach on DB gives travelers numerous privileges from the departure point up to the destination. The comfortable seats offer more legroom, wider aisles and more space for luggage storage. Similarly, a first-class ticket for Thalys train from Cologne to Paris offers exclusive benefits such as onboard meals and wider seats. But for comfort at an economical price, second-class tickets come in handy. The DB policy allows dogs on board. Smaller dogs attract no charges, but passengers will have to obtain a ticket for bigger dogs. Thalys only allows guide and service dogs on board. Both DB and Thalys allow bikes as long as they are foldable or can be disassembled. The trains have boarding aids like automatic ramps and hoists for use by people with disabilities. It is advised the less abled passengers contact the company in advance to organize any extra assistance.

How to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Paris?

One way of saving money when traveling by train from Cologne to Paris is to book tickets in advance. Be flexible with connections, and if possible, avoid traveling during rush hours. Lastly, booking slow trains that involve multiple transfers helps passengers make some savings if they are traveling on a budget.

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Paris

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Paris easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Paris.

Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Paris can start from as little as $125 (€113) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Paris is $155 (€140); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cologne to Paris train travel time is 3 h 22 min for the 249 mile (402 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne to Paris leaves at 4: 44 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne to Paris leaves at 4: 44 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Cologne to Paris which require at least one change with Thalys, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Paris. Take the fast train with Thalys from Cologne to Paris.

When taking a train from Cologne to Paris, you can count on Thalys, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Paris. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Cologne and Paris and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

When departing from Cologne, you have various train station options to start your route from including Köln Hbf, Köln/Bonn Flughafen and Köln Messe/Deutz. When arriving in Paris, you can end your route in train stations like Paris Gare du Nord, Paris Gare de Lyon and Paris Gare de l'Est.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Köln Hbf, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Paris Gare du Nord, located 2.8 miles (4.5 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Paris from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 22 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cologne to Paris is May.

Yes, you can take a bus between Cologne and Paris.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Cologne

Paris

Köln Hbf is the most popular Cologne railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Cologne for your trip to Paris.

Köln Hbf

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Trankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, Germany

Phone Number

+49 2211411055

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 21: 00 | Sat - Sun: 07: 00 - 21: 00

Public transit options for Köln Hbf

U-Bahn lines: U5, U16, U18
S-Bahn lines: S6, S11, S12, S19
Bus lines: 172, 173
Train lines: ICE, IC, EC, FLX, RE, RB

Köln/Bonn Flughafen Shopping

Amenities at station

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Köln/Bonn Flughafen, Waldstraße 247, 51147 Köln

Ticket Office Hours

At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.

Köln Messe/Deutz Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Köln Messe/Deutz, Ottoplatz 7, 50679 Köln

Ticket Office Hours

Köln Süd

Amenities at station

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Köln Süd, Otto-Fischer-Str. 2, 50674 Köln

Köln-Ehrenfeld ATM

Amenities at station

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Köln-Ehrenfeld, Stammstr. 1, 50968 Köln

Köln Hansaring ATM

Amenities at station

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Köln Hansaring, Hansaring 80, 50670 Köln

Köln-Mülheim Shopping

Amenities at station

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Köln-Mülheim, Montanusstr. 51065 Köln-Mülheim

Ticket Office Hours

Köln West

Amenities at station

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Köln West, Hans-Böckler-Platz 2, 50672 Köln

Köln Trimbornstr ATM

Amenities at station

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Köln Trimbornstrasse, Trimbornstr. 38, 50500 Köln-Kalk

Köln-Müngersdorf Technologiepark ATM

Amenities at station

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Köln-Müngersdorf Technologiepark, Vitalisstr. 50829 Köln

Köln-Nippes Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Köln-Nippes, Liebigstr. 50739 Köln

Köln-Buchforst Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Köln-Buchforst, Waldecker Str. 60, 51065 Köln

Köln Geldernstr. /Parkgürtel ATM

Amenities at station

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Köln Geldernstr/Parkgürtel, Geldernstraße 121, 50739 Köln

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