THE SHORT VERSION
Paris to Berlin at a glance.
- From
- Paris
- To
- Berlin
- Road distance
- About 1054 km
- Straight line
- 879 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~10 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Berlin to Paris →
- Border
- France → Germany. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Paris
Paris is one of Europe's biggest coach hubs, with domestic and international routes across France and to London, Brussels, Amsterdam, Spain and Italy. Most long-distance coaches use the Paris Bercy Seine coach station in the 12th arrondissement.
- Paris Bercy Seine coach station
Next to the Parc de Bercy and Gare de Bercy. FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and many international services. - Other stops
Some services use stops such as Porte Maillot, Gare de l'Est or Paris airports.
Arriving in Berlin
From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.
- Berlin ZOB (central bus station) · Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
Messedamm, by the Funkturm in Charlottenburg. Most long-distance coaches. - Other stops
Some services also stop at Alexanderplatz, Südkreuz or BER airport.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check your stop: some routes also call at the airport or other city stops.
KEEP GOING
From Berlin, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Berlin
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Paris from Berlin by road?+
About 1054 km by road (879 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Paris to Berlin take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 10 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Paris?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Paris include Paris Bercy Seine coach station, Other stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Berlin to Paris?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Berlin to Paris guide.
Where does the bus from Paris arrive in Berlin?+
It depends on the operator. In Berlin, services use Berlin ZOB (central bus station), Other stops. From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Berlin?+
From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.
What kind of bus runs from Paris to Berlin?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Paris to Berlin bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Berlin by bus?+
Direct buses from Berlin include Hamburg, Prague, Frankfurt, Warsaw, Munich and more. See all connections on our Berlin bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Paris to Berlin?+
France and Germany are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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