The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 10 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 €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 5 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Paderborn on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
ICE 1038 · RE 26707
ICE 826 · RE 26709
RE 26707
RE 26709
RE 26807 · RB 90013
ICE 1038 · RE 26707
ICE 826 · RE 26709
RE 26707
RE 26709
RE 26807 · RB 90013Travel Information
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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 prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. 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 train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 148 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Paderborn train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 26707 | On time 5:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h10 | 7:46 AM Paderborn Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1038 · RE 26707 | On time 5:41 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h05 | 7:46 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 26807 · RB 90013 | On time 6:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 8:40 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 26709 | On time 6:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h10 | 8:46 AM Paderborn Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 826 · RE 26709 | On time 6:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h08 | 8:46 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Düsseldorf to Paderborn trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Paderborn from €10. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn

Passengers board the train most frequently from Düsseldorf Hbf, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Paderborn Hbf, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Paderborn
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Fu chu yuan
- Taj Mahal
- Hai Xian
- To1980
- Hotel Batavia
- Hotel Ko
- Hotel Burns
- Hotel Düsseldorf Mitte
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- Asia Thai
- Cafe Kalusch
- Ballon
- La Corte
- Schloß Hotel Benrath
- Hotel Waldesruh
- Osteria Montini
- Grillhaus Rath
- Rather Fass
- Döneria Ikram
- B&B Hotel Düsseldorf-Airport
- Platia
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- China Restauraut - Bambus Garten
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Kleine Oase Im Treibhaus GmbH
- Avidon Art & Design Hotel
- Novotel
- Hammer Blick
- Bogart's
- Julian's
- Am Kapellchen
- Courtyard Düsseldorf Hafen
- Hotel Garni Landhaus Hamm
- Hotel Knell
- Innside Düsseldorf Hafen
- Monday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Koya Kitchen
- Café Central
- Moso Sushi & Grill
- Waffel Dream
- Haus Irma
- Südhotel
- Balthasar
- Café Röhren
- Xinh City
- Cherusker Klause
- Aspethera
- Zur Mühle
- Arthotel Ana Fleur
- Haus Irma
- Nikopolis
- Meinolfusstube
- Alte Residenz
- Indian Curryhouse
- Waldhotel Nachtigall
- Hotel am Schloß
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