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Book a train ticket from Paris to Cologne
Book a train ticket from Paris to Cologne
Paris to Cologne train best prices
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(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.
Cheap train tickets from Paris to Cologne
How much does a train ticket from Paris to Cologne cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Paris to Cologne take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Paris to Cologne?
How many trains run from Paris to Cologne each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Paris and Cologne?
What is the distance between Paris and Cologne by train?
What time is the first train from Paris to Cologne?
What time is the last train from Paris to Cologne?
To leave Paris, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Cologne, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Paris to Cologne?
What services are offered on board?
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If you take a Eurostar, you will benefit from free Wi-Fi on all trains in the UK and Europe.
All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.
Cheap Paris - Cologne Eurostar train tickets
Find the best price for your Paris - Cologne Eurostar (formerly Thalys) ticket
Thalys has changed its name and is now part of Eurostar. To get the best price for your Paris – Cologne journey, remember to book in advance. To help you plan, Eurostar tickets go on sale 6 to 8 months before the departure date. Don't hesitate to compare the different classes of tickets: Eurostar Standard, Eurostar Plus and Eurostar Premier.
Fantastic deals for journeys to Cologne
Check out our amazing train fare deals on SNCF Connect: take advantage of promos and the best-priced tickets in France and across Europe throughout the year.
Tickets and classes available on the Paris - Cologne Eurostar (Thalys) service
SNCF Connect offers three different classes for the Paris - Cologne Eurostar train: Eurostar Standard for cheaper tickets, equivalent to a TGV INOUI second class fare; Eurostar Plus for more space and comfort; and Eurostar Premier for the utmost comfort and extra services.
Eurostar Standard
The Eurostar Standard class offers low-cost fares to Cologne from Paris. Your Eurostar Standard ticket includes:
- Eurostar Standard seat
- Individual electrical socket
- Free Wi-Fi connection
- Access to the buffet car (drinks, meals and snacks available)
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Eurostar Standard tickets can be exchanged free of charge up to 1 hour before the train's initial departure time. If your replacement ticket is more expensive, you will have to pay the difference. If it's cheaper, you won't be offered a refund. Eurostar Standard tickets are also refundable with a €25 charge per person/per journey up to 7 days before the date of departure. A ticket exchanged less than 7 days before the departure date is non-refundable.
Eurostar Plus
The Eurostar Plus class offers a superior of level of comfort, so you settle back and relax throughout your journey from Paris to Cologne. Your Eurostar Plus ticket includes:
- A comfy, wider seat
- Individual electrical socket
- Free Wi-Fi connection
- Access to the buffet car (drinks, meals and snacks available)
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
- A warm welcome when you reach the platform
Eurostar Plus tickets can be exchanged free of charge up to 1 hour before the initial departure time. If your replacement ticket is more expensive, you will have to pay the difference. If it's cheaper, you won't be offered a refund. Eurostar Plus tickets are also refundable with a €25 charge per person/per journey up to 7 days before the date of departure. A ticket exchanged less than 7 days before the departure date is non-refundable.
Eurostar Premier
If you want to take a train between Paris and Cologne that ensures maximum comfort and flexibility, go for Eurostar Premier class, which also comes with more services. Your Eurostar Premier ticket includes:
- A comfy, wider seat
- Individual electrical socket
- Free Wi-Fi connection
- Onboard meals served at your seat throughout the day
- 3 pieces of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
- Guaranteed boarding on the day of travel
- Access to Eurostar lounges in Paris and Brussels, and NS International lounges - Regus Express lounges in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Schiphol
- Newspapers/magazines available via the app
- Personalised welcome when you reach the platform
Eurostar Premier tickets are exchangeable and refundable free of charge up to 1 hour after the departure time. If you exchange your ticket, any price difference between the old and new ticket will apply.
Eurostar child fares (formerly Thalys)
Children under the age of 4 can travel free of charge and without a ticket if they sit on your lap: they won't be guaranteed a seat. If you are travelling with a child under the age of 12 (on the departure date), you'll be pleased to know there's a flat children's fare.
Preparing for your Eurostar (formerly Thalys) journey
How much luggage can I take on board the Paris - Cologne Eurostar train?
With the Eurostar to Cologne from Paris, you can take up to 2 pieces of carry-on luggage per person (3 if you have a Eurostar Premier ticket) measuring a maximum of 75 x 53 x 30 cm, plus one piece of hand luggage. There's no weight restriction, but you must be able to carry and move your luggage yourself. Remember to label your luggage, and don't forget it when you arrive at your destination!
Taking a bike on the Paris - Cologne Eurostar
There are only a few bike storage spaces on Eurostar trains. For non-folding bikes, the wheels must be dismantled and the bike stored in a bag no larger than 135 x 85 x 30 cm if it's to be allowed on board. If you're travelling with a bike please arrive at the platform 30 minutes before the train's departure.
Folding bicycles are treated as normal luggage if they measure no more than 75 x 53 x 30cm.
Can I travel with my pet on the Paris - Cologne Eurostar train?
Do you own a pet? You can take it on your Eurostar train subject to the following conditions:
- Small pets weighing under 6 kg can travel free of charge in a pet carrier no bigger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm
- If your pet isn't travelling in a carrier you'll have to pay the €30 "Dog fare": please contact the train manager. Your pet must be placed on your lap, or kept on a lead at your feet and, for the safety of other passengers, wear a muzzle.
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Paris to Cologne?
Price of a Paris – Cologne Train Ticket
On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Paris to Cologne: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Paris to Cologne at the lowest fare.
Promotional Fare for Paris – Cologne
We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Paris to Cologne throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.
Last-minute Paris – Cologne Train
Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Paris to Cologne. For last-minute train tickets from Paris to Cologne, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.
Direct train from Paris to Cologne and alternative routes
Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Paris - Cologne. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.
Which companies operate the train from Paris to Cologne?
Eurostar
Travel at top speeds from Paris to Cologne with Eurostar and enjoy a super-comfy trip: spacious seats, electrical outlets, onboard Wi-Fi and luggage storage without weight restrictions!
What travel classes are available on the Paris to Cologne train?
Eurostar
Travel from Paris to Cologne on board a Eurostar train and enjoy a comfy journey by choosing from one of the three classes according to your needs.
Eurostar Standard
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
- Free Wi-Fi
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
- Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)
Eurostar Plus
- Spacious reclining seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free magazines on board
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
- Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)
Eurostar Premier
- More spacious seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- Meal served at your seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free magazines on board
- 3 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Access to Eurostar lounges
- Tickets can be changed or refunded up to 48 hours before departure.
What on-board services are available on the Paris to Cologne train?
Eurostar
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