Route guide

Paris → Berlin

877 km · France to Germany · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €31+ by bus

How to travel from Paris to Berlin

There are 4 ways to travel between Paris and Berlin — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€68–198

Duration: 7h 19m

via ICE, TGV inOui

~12 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€31–81

Duration: 12h 32m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~25 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€70–225

Duration: 3h 40m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~137 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€105–193

Duration: 9h 45m

~149 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Paris and Berlin highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 877 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from France into Germany. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Paris to Berlin — every option in detail

Paris to Berlin by train

Trains link Paris (France) and Berlin (Germany) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 7h 19m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include ICE, TGV inOui.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €68 to €198. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 12 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 137 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~125 kg on this distance.

Paris to Berlin by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Paris and Berlin with a typical journey of 12h 32m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €31 when booked in advance, rising to €81 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Paris to Berlin by flight

Flights between Paris and Berlin take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 40m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €70–225. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 137 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Paris to Berlin by car

The driving distance from Paris to Berlin is approximately 1009 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 9h 45m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €105–193 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the France–Germany border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 149 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Paris and Berlin is approximately 877 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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