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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf
Cheapest price
zł124
Average price
zł208
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf will cost around zł208 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł124.
Of the 37 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Paderborn Hbf on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
IC 21573:17 PM2h30Cologne Hbf5:47 PMPaderborn Hbfzł1241One-way0 transfers- IC 21559:17 AM2h30Cologne Hbf11:47 AMPaderborn Hbfzł1371One-way0 transfers
- ICE 174712:01 PM2h40Cologne Hbf2:41 PMPaderborn Hbfzł1371One-way0 transfers
- 17410 · IC 21559:21 AM2h26Cologne Hbf11:47 AMPaderborn Hbfzł1601One-way1 transfer
- 17422 · IC 21573:21 PM2h26Cologne Hbf5:47 PMPaderborn Hbfzł1601One-way1 transfer
- 17424 · 267274:21 PM2h25Cologne Hbf6:46 PMPaderborn Hbfzł2331One-way1 transfer
- 17426 · 267295:21 PM2h25Cologne Hbf7:46 PMPaderborn Hbfzł2331One-way1 transfer
- 17412 · 2671510:21 AM2h25Cologne Hbf12:46 PMPaderborn Hbfzł2331One-way1 transfer
- 17414 · 2671711:21 AM2h25Cologne Hbf1:46 PMPaderborn Hbfzł2331One-way1 transfer
- 17418 · 267211:21 PM2h25Cologne Hbf3:46 PMPaderborn Hbfzł2331One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł88 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 15:49. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price zł88 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 3:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 545 · 90065 | On time 8:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h45 | 11:10 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 555+ 75029 | On time 8:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h43 | 11:27 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2155 | On time 9:17 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h30 | 11:47 AM Paderborn Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17410 · IC 2155 | On time 9:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h26 | 11:47 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 847 · 90067 | On time 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h45 | 12:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 857 · 90067 | 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h45 | 12:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26813 · 90019 | 9:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h51 | 12:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17412 · 26715 | 10:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 12:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 557+75037 | On time 10:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h43 | 1:27 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26815 · 90021 | 10:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h51 | 1:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17414 · 26717 | 11:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 1:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26817 · 90023 | 11:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h51 | 2:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1747 | On time 12:01 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 2:41 PM Paderborn Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 612 · ICE 1747 | On time 12:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h30 | 2:41 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17416 · 26719 | 12:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 2:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 559+75049 | On time 12:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h43 | 3:27 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26819 · 90025 | 12:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h51 | 3:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17418 · 26721 | 1:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 3:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26821 · 90027 | 1:50 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h50 | 4:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17420 · 26723 | 2:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 4:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26823 · 90029 | 2:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h51 | 5:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 651 · 20083 · 90029 | On time 2:51 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h49 | 5:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2157 | On time 3:17 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h30 | 5:47 PM Paderborn Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17422 · IC 2157 | On time 3:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h26 | 5:47 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26825 · 90031 | 3:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h51 | 6:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17424 · 26727 | 4:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 6:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26827 · 90033 | 4:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h51 | 7:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 653 · 20087 · 90033 | On time 4:51 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h49 | 7:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 17426 · 26729 | 5:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 7:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26829 · 90035 | 5:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h51 | 8:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17428 · 26731 | 6:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 8:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 655+75081 | 6:51 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h46 | 9:37 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2041+75083 | On time 7:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h26 | 10:37 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17430 · ICE 947+75083 | 7:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h16 | 10:37 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 657+75085 | 8:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h52 | 11:37 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2349+75087 | On time 9:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h27 | 12:37 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17434 · Bus RB89 | 9:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h41 | 2:02 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Paderborn Hbf from zł88. 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.
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf
Most Cologne Hbf to Paderborn Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Paderborn Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Paderborn Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln 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: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
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.
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