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Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum known for its Picasso collection, Pop Art, and works by leading 20th-century artists beside the cathedral.
Cheapest price
$141
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
5 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $141.
It's difficult to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne without transferring at least once.
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ICE 15Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $196.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$173 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $656 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne:
A bus is $129 (€104) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne costing on average $173 (€139).
A bus is $612 (€494) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne costing on average $656 (€530).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 44m.
Bus takes on average 7h 4m.
You'll arrive about 1h 36m sooner (3h 50m by train vs 5h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $173 (€139) compared to roughly $113 (€91) 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9852+ ICE 15 | 8:05 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 5h17 | 1:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
9890+ ICE 15 | 8:05 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 5h17 | 1:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cologne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:39, the last at 18:07. The fastest train covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 8:39 AM |
Last train 6:07 PM |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum known for its Picasso collection, Pop Art, and works by leading 20th-century artists beside the cathedral.
One of Germany’s important fine art museums, with medieval painting, Baroque masters, and strong 19th-century holdings in the city center.
Key archaeological museum for Cologne’s Roman heritage. The main building has been under redevelopment, but the collection remains a city highlight.
Popular riverside promenade and steps on the Deutz side, famous for one of the best panoramic views of Cologne Cathedral and the skyline.
Historic Old Town square lined with traditional façades and lively public space, ideal for soaking up Cologne’s central atmosphere.
Large central square in the Old Town, often used for events and a convenient base for exploring nearby historic streets and the riverfront.
Cologne’s iconic pale ale, traditionally served in small Stangen glasses. It is central to the city’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a classic brauhaus.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, often served with black pudding and fried onions. The sweet-savory combination is a Rhineland favorite.
Despite the name, this is not chicken but a rye roll with Gouda cheese, butter, mustard, and onions. It is a traditional brauhaus snack served with Kölsch.
A respected fine-dining restaurant offering creative modern cuisine and tasting menus, representing Cologne’s upscale food scene.
Historic brewery tavern with its own Kölsch, appreciated for authentic Cologne food, old-world atmosphere, and communal wooden tables.
A long-established, casual local favorite especially known for large schnitzels and hearty Rhineland comfort food in a friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: museums and transit are reasonable, while hotels and dining in central areas cost more.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up in taxis. Small tips are appreciated for hotel staff.
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Cologne Hbf, Cologne -> Cologne Cathedral, Cologne
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