What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Paris?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Paris is to rideshare which costs €32 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Paris?

The fastest way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Paris is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €95 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Cathedral and Paris?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne Cathedral to Paris. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Cathedral and Paris?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Paris Nord. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Cologne Cathedral to Paris?

The distance between Cologne Cathedral and Paris is 528 km. The road distance is 486.7 km.

How do I travel from Cologne Cathedral to Paris without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Paris without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €95 - €320.

How long does it take to get from Cologne Cathedral to Paris?

The train from Koeln Hbf to Paris Nord takes 3h 26m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne Cathedral to Paris bus from?

Cologne Cathedral to Paris bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Cathedral to Paris train from?

Cologne Cathedral to Paris train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne Cathedral to Paris?

The best way to get from Cologne Cathedral to Paris is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €95 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Cologne Cathedral to Paris bus arrive?

Cologne Cathedral to Paris bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Cologne Cathedral to Paris train arrive?

Cologne Cathedral to Paris train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne Cathedral to Paris?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Cathedral to Paris is 487 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Cologne Cathedral to Paris.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne Cathedral to Paris?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne Cathedral to Paris?

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Where can I stay near Paris?

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Can I share a ride from Cologne Cathedral to Paris?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne Cathedral and Paris. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Cologne Cathedral to Paris by train (Eurostar), bus, car, train, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
3h 28m
€95–320
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Parisrideshare 486.4 km
5h 57m
€32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus N74 / ...
7h 41m
€42–74
Drive 486.7 km
1. Drive from Cologne Cathedral to Pariscar 486.7 km
4h 43m
€78–112
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane DUS - CDG
4h 54m
€134–315
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane FRA - CDG
5h 1m
€101–294
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane BRU - CDG
5h 40m
€173–406

Cologne Cathedral to Paris by foot and train

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Distance: 527.7 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Cologne Cathedral, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany and Paris, France?

Eurostar operates a train from Koeln Hbf to Paris Nord every 2 hours. Tickets cost €190–320 and the journey takes 3h 26m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) twice daily. Tickets cost €40–65 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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