How to get from Paris to Berlin by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Paris to Berlin is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 544 miles (878 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus |
Travel 544 miles (878 km) by bus from Paris to Berlin. FlixBus is the main travel company operating this trip. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Paris to Berlin.
Travelers journey between Paris and Berlin frequently for both business and leisure. It is convenient to travel from Paris to Berlin by plane, train or bus with direct routes departing multiple times per day. Key departure points in Paris include Gare de l'Est and Gare du Nord train stations, Gallieni Porte Bagnolet and Porte Maillot bus stations, and Paris-Orly International and Charles de Gaulle airports.
Trains from Paris to Berlin | Buses from Paris to Berlin | Flights from Paris to Berlin
Average Price |
Travel Time |
Cheapest Time to Book |
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€47 |
14:15 h |
2 Weeks Ahead |
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€100 |
8:08 h |
2 Weeks Ahead |
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€77 |
1:35 h |
2 Months Ahead |
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Berlin. Buses traveling from Paris to Berlin depart from either Paris' Gare Bercy, Porte Maillot, Porte d'Orléans, or Routiere Gallieni bus stations and take at least 14:15 h to arrive at either Berlin ZOB or Alexanderplatz bus station. Over 10 buses travel from Paris to Berlin every day with the first bus departing Paris at 9:40 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Paris to Berlin include Flixbus and Eurolines.
Flying is the fastest way to travel from Paris to Berlin. Taking a flight is still the fastest way to travel from Paris to Berlin even when travel time to and from Paris and Berlin's airports is taken into consideration. Taking a flight is approximately 4 hours faster than taking a high-speed Deutsche Bahn train and at least 10 hours faster than taking the bus. Flights traveling from Paris to Berlin depart from either Paris' Charles de Gaulle or Orly airport and arrive at either Berlin's Tegel or Schönefeld airport. Airlines that fly directly from Paris to Berlin include Air France, EasyJet, Eurowings, and Air Berlin.
Taking a flight is the most popular way to travel from Paris to Berlin. Taking a flight is significantly faster and less expensive that taking the train when booked even slightly ahead of time. Alternatively, while traveling from Paris to Berlin by bus is €30 cheaper than taking a flight on average, they also take at least 10 hours longer to arrive in Berlin. Over 10 direct flights travel from Paris to Berlin per day. Some of the airline ticket cost can be offset by planning ahead and booking your Paris to Berlin travel as far ahead of time as possible.
Berlin is a vibrant international city that has a varied and complex history. Modern Berlin is renowned for its festivals, varied architecture, nightlife, arts scene and high quality of living, which attract over 11 million visitors per year. Some attractions in Berlin include the East Side gallery of the Berlin Wall, the Brandenburg Gate, Tiergarten and the Reichstag building, as well as the numerous museums which compose Berlin's "Museum Island."
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $45 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France with trains between Paris and Berlin. It operates a fleet of modern, high-speed 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 offers different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The TGV also offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Flexi, and Prem's. Onboard facilities include a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for TGV are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French travel company from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French carpooling service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long travel journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags.
Brussels Airlines is Belgium’s leading airline. Check the ticket fares for your travel from Paris to Berlin: Economy Classic, Economy Flex and Business.
You can get from Paris to Berlin by bus.
Traveling by flight is also the quickest way from Paris to Berlin. It takes on average 4 h 35 min to travel this journey.
The Paris to Berlin distance is around 544 miles (878 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Berlin is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Berlin from Paris as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
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Yes, there is a direct service from Paris to Berlin:
Direct services to Berlin tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.
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