The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Paderborn
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Paderborn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Paderborn will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 5 buses that leave Hamburg for Paderborn on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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.



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Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Paderborn
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Paderborn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Hamburg to Paderborn Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:01PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 9h14 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Live departures
Hamburg to Paderborn bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Paderborn buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:50 PM Hamburg | 4h55 | 9:45 PM Paderborn | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Paderborn
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 06:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Hamburg to Paderborn start from as low as $19 (€15) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $34 (€28) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus from Hamburg to PaderbornYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Paderborn with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Paderborn

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Paderborn, Maspernplatz-West, located 0.4 miles (621 m) away from the city centre.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Hamburg to Paderborn, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Paderborn
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
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