- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
5 h
Trains per day
10
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paderborn to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paderborn to Amsterdam will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
It's difficult to get from Paderborn to Amsterdam without transferring at least once.
90014 · 20212 · IC 17946 · IC 746
90014 · 20212 · IC 1746 · ICD 1846
26716 · 52834 · 14984 · 20268
90022 · 20220 · IC 17962 · IC 762
90022 · 20220 · IC 1762 · ICD 1862
26710 · ICE 128
26716 · 52834 · 14984 · 20268
26716 · 52834 · 14984 · 20268
90064 · ICE 944 · 10126 · 20074
90014 · 20212 · IC 1746 · ICD 1846Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paderborn to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $789.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $792 Average price | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 7m Average total duration 13h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paderborn to Amsterdam:
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paderborn to Amsterdam costing on average $88 (€73).
A bus is $749 (€621) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paderborn to Amsterdam costing on average $792 (€657).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 25m.
Flight takes on average 13h 7m.
Tickets start at around $88 (€73) compared to roughly $74 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-13.98 (€-11.59). The journey takes 4h 23m versus 3h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Paderborn to Amsterdam trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:21 AM Paderborn | 5h22 | 11:43 AM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:21 AM Paderborn | 5h22 | 12:43 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 AM Paderborn | 5h13 | 1:04 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:21 AM Paderborn | 5h22 | 1:43 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:51 AM Paderborn | 5h13 | 2:04 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 PM Paderborn | 7h51 | 7:06 AM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paderborn to Amsterdam run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Amsterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam trip today.
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