The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €23
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €30
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 2 h 5 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 2 h 17 m
- Trains on Nov 03
- 4
- 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 €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 4 trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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 17459:42 AM 2h05 Düsseldorf Hbf 11:47 AM Paderborn Hbf €23 1 One-way 0 transfers
26811 · 900179:22 AM 2h18 Düsseldorf Hbf 11:40 AM Paderborn Hbf €26 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 847 · 900679:49 AM 2h21 Düsseldorf Hbf 12:10 PM Paderborn Hbf €32 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 545 · 900658:48 AM 2h22 Düsseldorf Hbf 11:10 AM Paderborn Hbf €37 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 17459:42 AM 2h05 Düsseldorf Hbf 11:47 AM Paderborn Hbf €23 1 One-way 0 transfers
26811 · 900179:22 AM 2h18 Düsseldorf Hbf 11:40 AM Paderborn Hbf €26 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 847 · 900679:49 AM 2h21 Düsseldorf Hbf 12:10 PM Paderborn Hbf €32 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 545 · 900658:48 AM 2h22 Düsseldorf Hbf 11:10 AM Paderborn Hbf €37 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn
Trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 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 1h 41m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
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 |
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Paderborn train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 549 · 90073 | On time 12:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h22 | 3:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26819 · 90025 | 1:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 3:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · 26721 | Delayed 12:37 PM 1:34 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 2h12 | 3:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26821 · 90027 | 2:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 4:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 926 · 26723 | 2:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h13 | 4:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 641 · 90077 | On time 2:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h22 | 5:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26823 · 90029 | 3:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 5:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1749 | 3:41 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h06 | 5:47 PM Paderborn Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26825 · 90031 | 4:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 6:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h37 | 12:15 AM Paderborn, Maspernplatz-West | 1 transfer | |
ICE 643 · 90081 | 4:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h22 | 7:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26827 · 90033 | 5:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 7:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · 26729 | On time 5:34 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h12 | 7:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2012 · ICE 945 · 90083 | 5:43 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h27 | 8:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
26829 · 90035 | 6:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 8:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 28 · 26731 | 6:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h13 | 8:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 645+ 75081 | 6:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h49 | 9:37 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26831 · 90037 | 7:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 9:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 622 · 26733 | On time 7:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h08 | 9:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26833 · 90039 | 8:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 10:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 620 · 26735 | 8:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h08 | 10:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26837 · 90043 | 10:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h41 | 1:03 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26839 · ICE 1541+ 75001 | 11:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h05 | 5:27 AM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
ICE 545 · 90065 | On time 8:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h22 | 11:10 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26811 · 90017 | 9:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 11:40 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1745 | On time 9:42 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h05 | 11:47 AM Paderborn Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 847 · 90067 | On time 9:49 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h21 | 12:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
NordWestBahn
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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 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.
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.
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-Schloss Neuhaus from Paderborn city centre
Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus is 4 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus train station facilities and services
Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus 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: Nikopolis, Meinolfusstube, Alte Residenz, Indian Curryhouse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus. ATMs are available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus. Information desks are available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Waldhotel Nachtigall, Hotel am Schloß.
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