Düsseldorf to Paderborn train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,IC,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€20

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€39

Fastest journey on Sep 19

2 h 18 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

2 h 50 m

Trains on Sep 19

6

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

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 €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Paderborn without transferring at least once.

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    4:38 PM7h37
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:15 AMPaderborn, Maspernplatz-West
    201One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1541 · Bus RB89
    11:34 PM4h28
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    4:02 AMPaderborn Hbf
    321One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 545 · 90065
    8:48 AM2h22
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    11:10 AMPaderborn Hbf
    401One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 847 · 90067
    9:50 AM2h20
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:10 PMPaderborn Hbf
    401One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn89713 · 90017
    8:56 AM2h44
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    11:40 AMPaderborn Hbf
    511One-way
    1 transfer

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 train, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, while a bus costs an average of €23.

Distance: 148 km

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Driving

€16

Average price

Cheapest

€23

Average price

€26

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 8m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 45m

Average total duration

2h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 28m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Paderborn is a train with an average price of €16.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Paderborn:

A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Paderborn costing on average €23.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Paderborn is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Paderborn take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Paderborn including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Düsseldorf to Paderborn train times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 545 · 90065
On time
8:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h22
11:10 AM Paderborn Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 847 · 900679:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h20
12:10 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn26813 · 9001910:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h18
12:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn63625 · 2671510:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h19
12:46 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 547 · 90069
On time
10:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h22
1:10 PM Paderborn Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn89717 · 9002110:56 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h44
1:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn63607 · 2671711:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h19
1:46 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 849 · 9007111:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h20
2:10 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn26817 · 9002312:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h18
2:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 549 · 90073
On time
12:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h22
3:10 PM Paderborn Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn89721 · 9002512:56 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h44
3:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn63609 · 267211:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h19
3:46 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 941 · 90075
On time
1:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h20
4:10 PM Paderborn Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn26821 · 900272:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h18
4:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn63629 · 267232:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h19
4:46 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 641 · 90077
On time
2:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h22
5:10 PM Paderborn Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn89725 · 900292:56 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h44
5:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 943 · 90079
On time
3:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h20
6:10 PM Paderborn Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn26825 · 900314:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h18
6:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
7h37
12:15 AM Paderborn, Maspernplatz-West1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 643 · 900814:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h22
7:10 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn26827 · 900335:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h18
7:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2012 · 267295:43 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h03
7:46 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 945 · 90083
On time
5:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h20
8:10 PM Paderborn Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn26829 · 900356:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h18
8:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn63633 · 267316:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h19
8:46 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 645+NordWestBahn750816:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h49
9:37 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn26831 · 900377:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h18
9:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 947+NordWestBahn75083
On time
7:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h47
10:37 PM Paderborn Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn26833 · 900398:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h18
10:40 PM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn26433 · ICE 657+NordWestBahn750858:41 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h56
11:37 PM Paderborn Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn26835 · 900419:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2h41
12:03 AM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn89739+NordWestBahn750899:56 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h41
1:37 AM Paderborn Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1541 · Bus RB89
On time
11:34 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h28
4:02 AM Paderborn Hbf
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 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.

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 2h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
148 km
Average train duration
2h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 5m
First train
12:07 AM
Last train
11:51 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

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 €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€20
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Train Charter Services

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Train Charter Services Duration
2h 24m
Train Charter Services frequency
2 a day

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
€39
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
7 a day

Eurobahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Eurobahn Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Eurobahn Price
€61
Eurobahn frequency
2 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Paderborn can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Düsseldorf to Paderborn is €16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn is 2h 5m to travel the 148 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn leaves at 12:07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn leaves at 11:51 PM.
Yes,there are 2 direct trains a day from Düsseldorf to Paderborn with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Train Charter Services, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn for the best way to get you to Paderborn. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Düsseldorf and Paderborn and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Paderborn from Düsseldorf is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Paderborn including taking a train and bus.

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.

Departure train stations in Düsseldorf
Arrival train stations in Paderborn

Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Paderborn leave from?

Trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn leave from Düsseldorf Hbf. The station is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre at Düsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf.
Düsseldorf HbfDüsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 DüsseldorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 49m · €29 · every ~2 min
BusRe49 · 1h 30m · €15 · every ~1 min
62004 · 2h 38m

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.

Düsseldorf Flughafen TerminalDüsseldorf Flughafen TerminalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS11 · 10m · €2 · every ~6 min
S11 · 29m · €5 · every ~6 min
BusS11 · 22m · €4
721 · 26m · €3 · every ~8 min
721 · 34m · €3 · every ~7 min

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.

Düsseldorf FlughafenDüsseldorf Flughafen, Ahrensplatz 1, 40474 DüsseldorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS11 · 10m · €2 · every ~6 min
S11 · 29m · €5 · every ~6 min
BusS11 · 22m · €4
721 · 23m · €3 · every ~8 min
721 · 25m · €3 · every ~8 min
721 · 31m · €3 · every ~7 min
Tram705, 707 · 30m · €3 · every ~4 min

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.

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