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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 on Oct 30
$82
Average ticket price on Oct 30
$104
Fastest journey on Oct 30
3 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
3 h 26 m
Trains on Oct 30
16
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 $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Paderborn without transferring at least 2 times.
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Trains from Hamburg to Paderborn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) 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 2h 52m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hamburg to Paderborn.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Paderborn trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 775 · 26734 | On time 5:43 PM Hamburg Harburg | 3h27 | 9:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 617 · 90037 | On time 5:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h55 | 9:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 885 · ICE 854+ 75081 | On time 6:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h36 | 9:37 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 77 · 26736 | On time 6:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h41 | 10:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 207 · 90039 | On time 6:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h55 | 10:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 685 · 26738 | On time 7:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h09 | 11:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 685 · ICE 552+ 75083 | On time 7:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h36 | 10:37 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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ICE 783 · ICE 1748 | On time 6:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h08 | 10:09 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 783 · ICE 946+ 75021 | On time 6:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h26 | 9:27 AM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 105 · 26711 | On time 6:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h01 | 10:46 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 583 · ICE 644+ 75025 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h26 | 10:27 AM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583+ 74912 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h04 | 11:05 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · ICE 940+ 75049 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h26 | 3:27 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 7 · ICE 1744 | Delayed 11:30 AM 12:29 PMHamburg Hbf | 3h40 | 4:09 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 589+ 74932 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h04 | 5:05 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 589 · ICE 548+ 75055 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h26 | 4:27 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 771 · 26726 | On time 1:42 PM Hamburg Harburg | 3h28 | 5:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 613 · 90029 | On time 1:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h55 | 5:40 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 881 · ICE 848+ 75061 | On time 2:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h26 | 5:27 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 75 · 26728 | On time 2:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h41 | 6:10 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 203 · 26727 | On time 2:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h01 | 6:46 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 681 · ICE 546+ 75067 | On time 3:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h26 | 6:27 PM Paderborn Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 681+ 74938 | On time 3:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h04 | 7:05 PM Paderborn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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
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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-Sennelager. 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-Sennelager is 6 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
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 is available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn-Sennelager. Information desks are available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn-Sennelager. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn-Sennelager: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn-Sennelager: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
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