- Must visit
Bundeskunsthalle
Large exhibition hall hosting major international art, cultural, and science shows. One of Bonn's best-known museum venues with changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$146
Average price
$185
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Bonn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Bonn will cost around $185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $146.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Bonn without transferring at least once.
IC 2527+
TGV 9571
ICE 374 · ICE 612 · ICE 726 · STR 66
ICE 9553 · IC 2041
IC 2545+
TGV 9551
ICE 722 · STR 66+
TGV 9551
ICE 9553 · ICE 516 · ICE 624 · STR 66
ICE 722 · STR 66+
TGV 9551
ICE 9553 · IC 2041
IC 2545+
TGV 9551
ICE 374 · ICE 612 · ICE 726 · STR 66Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to Bonn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $133.
Distance: 248 miles (400 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$199 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $270 Average price | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Bonn:
A bus is $129 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Bonn costing on average $199 (€163).
A bus is $201 (€165) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Bonn costing on average $270 (€222).
Other travel options to Bonn take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 16m.
Bus takes on average 6h 48m.
You'll arrive about 1h 49m sooner (4h 16m by train vs 6h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $199 (€163) compared to roughly $119 (€98) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Bonn trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 9585 · ICE 374 · ICE 612 · ICE 726 | On time 6:44 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h48 | 12:32 PM Bonn Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 2527+ TGV 9561 | Delayed 8:39 AM 7:16 AMParis Gare de l'Est | 5h27 | 12:43 PM Bonn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 228+ TGV 9551 | Delayed 11:41 AM 9:06 AMParis Gare de l'Est | 6h37 | 3:43 PM Bonn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29658 · IC 2545+ TGV 9551 | On time 9:06 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h37 | 2:43 PM Bonn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 722 · STR 66+ TGV 9551 | Delayed 11:08 AM 9:06 AMParis Gare de l'Est | 5h26 | 2:32 PM Bonn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9573 · ICE 370 · IC 2012 | On time 10:53 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h50 | 4:43 PM Bonn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9591 · IC 2012 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h36 | 4:43 PM Bonn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 628 · STR 66 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h25 | 4:32 PM Bonn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9553 · IC 2041 | Delayed 1:10 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h33 | 4:46 PM 4:46 PMBonn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9553 · ICE 516 · ICE 624 · STR 66 | On time 1:10 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h23 | 6:33 PM Bonn Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Paris to Bonn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€74) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 248 miles (400 km) distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 248 miles (400 km) |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€74) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 12:27 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Moderate by German standards: public transport and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more during busy periods.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares. Little or no tip is expected for counter service.
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