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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Paderborn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Paderborn will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 5 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Paderborn on Wed, Aug 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 7 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:38 PM7h37Düsseldorf10:15 PMPaderborn€291One-way0 transfers
8:42 AM2h05Düsseldorf10:47 AMPaderborn€341One-way0 transfers- 6:41 AM2h05Düsseldorf8:46 AMPaderborn€371One-way0 transfers
- 7:42 AM2h05Düsseldorf9:47 AMPaderborn€391One-way0 transfers
- 6:39 AM2h07Düsseldorf8:46 AMPaderborn€431One-way0 transfers
- 8:42 AM2h05Düsseldorf10:47 AMPaderborn€341One-way0 transfers
- 6:41 AM2h05Düsseldorf8:46 AMPaderborn€371One-way0 transfers
- 7:42 AM2h05Düsseldorf9:47 AMPaderborn€391One-way0 transfers
- 6:39 AM2h07Düsseldorf8:46 AMPaderborn€431One-way0 transfers
- 2:38 PM7h37Düsseldorf10:15 PMPaderborn€291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Düsseldorf to Paderborn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Paderborn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 148 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€33 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Paderborn train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 543 · 90061 | On time 6:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h22 | 9:10 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 826 · 26709 | On time 7:39 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h07 | 9:46 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 824 · 26711 | On time 8:41 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h05 | 10:46 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 545 · 90065 | On time 8:49 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h21 | 11:10 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26811 · 90017 | 9:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 11:40 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2155 | Delayed 9:42 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h05 | 10:07 AM 10:07 AMPaderborn Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 847 · 90067 | On time 9:49 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h21 | 12:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26813 · 90019 | 10:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 12:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26715 | 10:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h10 | 12:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 820 · 26715 | On time 10:42 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h04 | 12:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h37 | 12:15 AM Paderborn, Maspernplatz-West | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Train Charter Services, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn from Düsseldorf to Paderborn trainsDeutsche Bahn, Train Charter Services, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Paderborn from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Train Charter Services
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Eurobahn
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Paderborn by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paderborn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Paderborn
Most Düsseldorf to Paderborn trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Paderborn Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Paderborn-Sennelager. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Paderborn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Paderborn leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Which Paderborn station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Paderborn Hbf from Paderborn city centre
Paderborn Hbf is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn Hbf train station facilities and services
Paderborn Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Koya Kitchen, Café Central, Moso Sushi & Grill, Waffel Dream
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Hbf. ATMs are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Hbf. Information desks are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Haus Irma, Südhotel.
Getting to Paderborn-Sennelager from Paderborn city centre
Paderborn-Sennelager is 6 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn-Sennelager train station facilities and services
Paderborn-Sennelager has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn-Sennelager. Information desks are available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn-Sennelager. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paderborn-Sennelager: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paderborn-Sennelager: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Getting to Paderborn Kasseler Tor from Paderborn city centre
Paderborn Kasseler Tor train station facilities and services
Paderborn Kasseler Tor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Balthasar, Café Röhren, Xinh City, Cherusker Klause
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. ATMs are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Information desks are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Haus Irma.
Most popular train connections from Düsseldorf
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