- Must visit
Museum in der Kaiserpfalz
Major art and cultural history museum in Schloss Neuhaus with changing exhibitions, archaeology, and regional collections in a palace setting.
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
12 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
876 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Paderborn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Paderborn will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Paderborn without transferring at least 2 times.
EC 142 · RJX 19916 · EC 114 · ICE 782
R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 19916 · EC 114
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
RJX 62 · ICE 584 · 26736
R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 19916 · EC 114
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 584 · 26736
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
RJX 62 · ICE 584 · 26736
EC 142 · RJX 19916 · EC 114 · ICE 782Trains from Budapest to Paderborn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€85) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 544 miles (876 km) distance in 12h 30m.
Distance 544 miles (876 km) |
Average train duration 11h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€85) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 12h 30m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Paderborn trains for today, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 60 · ICE 1284 · 26732 | On time 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h40 | 8:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h40 | 9:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | 8:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h30 | 9:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 5 transfers | |
RJX 62 · ICE 584 · 26736 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h40 | 10:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 584 · 26736 | 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h30 | 10:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 142 · RJX 19916 · EC 114 · ICE 782 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h40 | 11:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 19916 · EC 114 | 10:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h30 | 11:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 5 transfers | |
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Major art and cultural history museum in Schloss Neuhaus with changing exhibitions, archaeology, and regional collections in a palace setting.
Computer museum with historic machines, interactive displays, and modern tech stories; one of Germany's leading museums of information technology.
Diocesan museum beside the cathedral, known for medieval treasures and ambitious temporary exhibitions of sacred art and design.
Compact source area of the Pader river with clear springs, greenery, and paths beside major monuments; the city's most characteristic walk.
Large baroque park around Schloss Neuhaus with canals, avenues, and event spaces; excellent for longer walks and relaxed sightseeing.
Main square framed by the town hall and market church, lively during markets and festivals and ideal for orienting yourself in the old center.
Westphalian rye bread baked dense and dark. It is a regional staple around Paderborn, traditionally served with ham, cheese, or butter.
A hearty Westphalian plate of rye bread with local ham, sausage, cheese, pickles, and spreads. It reflects the region's rustic farm food tradition.
Air-dried Westphalian ham with a mild smoky flavor. It is one of the best-known specialties of the wider region and commonly served in local inns.
Upscale dining in Hotel zur Mühle with refined German and seasonal cuisine, polished service, and an elegant atmosphere near the city center.
Traditional German restaurant known for schnitzel, steaks, and hearty regional dishes in a rustic, long-established setting.
Popular brewery-style venue serving German comfort food and beer in a lively, casual setting. A dependable choice for local flavors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining, and local transit are usually cheaper than in major cities like Munich or Frankfurt.
Tipping is modest: round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up small taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Paderborn Hbf -> Paderborn Rathausplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.

Most Budapest to Paderborn trains use the Budapest Keleti to Paderborn Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Paderborn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Paderborn Hbf is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Koya Kitchen, Café Central, Moso Sushi & Grill, Waffel Dream
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Hbf. ATMs are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Hbf. Information desks are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Haus Irma, Südhotel.
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 options include: Balthasar, Café Röhren, Xinh City, Cherusker Klause
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. ATMs are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Information desks are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Haus Irma.
Paderborn Nord is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn Nord 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 options include: Cafeteria, Café Röhren, Cherusker Klause, Haci Baba
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Nord. ATMs are available at Paderborn Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Nord. Information desks are available at Paderborn Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Nord.
Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Cherusker Hof.
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