- 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
$30
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hamburg for Paderborn on Sat, Aug 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 7 h 3 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.






Trains from Hamburg to Paderborn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Paderborn trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 581 · S5 | On time 5:15 AM Hamburg Harburg | 3h31 | 8:46 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 573 · 26710 | On time 5:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h41 | 9:10 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 · S5 | On time 8:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 3h33 | 11:46 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 · ICE 944+ 75029 | On time 8:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 3h14 | 11:27 AM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 5 · 26716 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h41 | 12:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 · 26715 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h04 | 12:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 · ICE 642+ 75033 | On time 9:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 3h14 | 12:27 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 789 · S5 | On time 12:13 PM Hamburg Harburg | 3h33 | 3:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · ICE 940+ 75049 | On time 12:13 PM Hamburg Harburg | 3h14 | 3:27 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 7 · IC 2152 | On time 12:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h39 | 4:08 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 201 · 17425 · 26723 | On time 12:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h01 | 4:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 771 · 26726 | On time 1:27 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h43 | 5:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Paderborn trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Paderborn Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Paderborn Nord. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Paderborn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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 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.
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.
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