- 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
$152
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
7 h 33 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lindau (Bodensee) to Paderborn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lindau (Bodensee) to Paderborn will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lindau (Bodensee) for Paderborn on Sat, Jul 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 469 km distance in an average of 7 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 33 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 8 h 8 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lindau (Bodensee) to Paderborn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a train costs an average of $152.
Distance: 291 miles (469 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$163 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 0m Average total duration 33h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lindau (Bodensee) to Paderborn:
A bus is $93 (€93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lindau (Bodensee) to Paderborn costing on average $163 (€163).
Other travel options to Paderborn take longer:
Bus takes on average 33h 30m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (6h 16m by train vs 6h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $163 (€163) compared to roughly $85 (€85) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lindau (Bodensee) to Paderborn trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:20 PM Lindau (Bodensee) | 11h48 | 10:08 AM Paderborn | 5 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Lindau (Bodensee) | 8h08 | 2:08 PM Paderborn | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:14 AM Lindau (Bodensee) | 7h56 | 3:10 PM Paderborn | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Lindau (Bodensee) | 7h33 | 3:08 PM Paderborn | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Lindau (Bodensee) to Paderborn run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $152 (€152) but you can travel from only $70 (€70) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 291 miles (469 km) distance in 7h 33m.
Distance 291 miles (469 km) |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $152 (€152) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 33m |
First train 6:48 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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 Lindau (Bodensee) 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 Lindau (Bodensee) to Paderborn trains use the Lindau-Reutin to Paderborn Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Use this guide to compare Lindau (Bodensee) and Paderborn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lindau-Reutin is 1 km from Lindau (Bodensee) city centre. Public transport options include:
Lindau-Reutin 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: Bodenseehotel, Dodici, Crêpes Inn, Das Restaurant von Feneberg
Wi-Fi is available at Lindau-Reutin. ATMs are available at Lindau-Reutin.
Ticket office support is available at Lindau-Reutin. Information desks are available at Lindau-Reutin.
Luggage storage is available at Lindau-Reutin. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lindau-Reutin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lindau-Reutin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lindau-Reutin.
Nearby hotels include Bodenseehotel, Am Rehberg, Hotel Reulein, Köchlin.
Lindau-Insel 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: Italienisches Eiskaffee, Ottimo, Alte Post, Café Schreier
Wi-Fi is available at Lindau-Insel. ATMs are available at Lindau-Insel.
Ticket office support is available at Lindau-Insel. Information desks are available at Lindau-Insel.
Luggage storage is available at Lindau-Insel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lindau-Insel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lindau-Insel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lindau-Insel.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Reutemann, Hotel Helvetia, Lindauer Hof, Zum Stift.
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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