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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Paris
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Paris. The journey takes about 3 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just €36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Paris?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Paris
- A
Gare du Nord
95 Rue de Maubeuge, 75010 Paris, France - BParis Gare de Lyon, Place Louis-Armand, 75571 Paris, France
- C210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
- D
Orly Airport
- E
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- F
Gare Montparnasse
Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2, 17 Bd de Vaugirard, 75015 Paris, France
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Paris by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Paris?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Paris start from €36. The average price for this train route is around €65. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Paris?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Paris is 3h 26m, covering a distance of 402 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 21m and is operated by Eurostar.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Paris route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Paris?
The earliest train from Cologne to Paris departs at 06:39. And the latest train departs at 18:44.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Paris?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Eurostar, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Paris?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Paris?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Paris?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Eurostar, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Paris was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Paris as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €37 to €209 for a train ticket from Cologne to Paris based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €37, which is on 2026-01-27.