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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Showing times and prices for Dec 22
Cheapest price
$161
Average price
$190
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
186 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $190 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport without transferring at least once.
26707 · ICE 795 · S6 · S908:48AM3h26
Paderborn Hbf12:14PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen
$1611One-way
3 transfers
26707 · ICE 795+
2433608:48AM3h18
Paderborn Hbf12:06PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$1611One-way
2 transfers
26709 · ICE 371+2433809:48AM3h19
Paderborn Hbf01:07PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$1751One-way
2 transfers
26710 · 17413 · ICE 62509:12AM3h27
Paderborn Hbf12:39PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$2141One-way
2 transfers
26708 · ICE 62308:12AM3h27
Paderborn Hbf11:39AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$2141One-way
1 transfer
26707 · ICE 795+2433608:48AM3h18
Paderborn Hbf12:06PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$1611One-way
2 transfers
26709 · ICE 371+2433809:48AM3h19
Paderborn Hbf01:07PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$1751One-way
2 transfers
26707 · ICE 795 · S6 · S908:48AM3h26
Paderborn Hbf12:14PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen
$1611One-way
3 transfers
26710 · 17413 · ICE 62509:12AM3h27
Paderborn Hbf12:39PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$2141One-way
2 transfers
26708 · ICE 62308:12AM3h27
Paderborn Hbf11:39AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$2141One-way
1 transfer
Paderborn - Frankfurt am Main AirportCompare Deutsche Bahn, National Express
$32
3h 3m
16 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Second Class:
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.
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.
$69
2h 52m
12 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Seat reservation
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€66 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 4:41 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26708 · ICE 623 | On time 7:12 AM Paderborn Hbf | 3h27 | 10:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26707 · ICE 795 · S6 · S9 | 7:48 AM Paderborn Hbf | 3h26 | 11:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 26707 · ICE 795+24336 | 7:48 AM Paderborn Hbf | 3h18 | 11:06 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 26710 · 17413 · ICE 625 | On time 8:12 AM Paderborn Hbf | 3h27 | 11:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 26710 · ICE 517 | On time 8:12 AM Paderborn Hbf | 3h37 | 11:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26709 · ICE 371+24338 | 8:48 AM Paderborn Hbf | 3h19 | 12:07 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 07:48. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $15 (€12)
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 06:48 |
Last train 07:48 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $15 (€12)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, NordWestBahn, Hessische Landesbahn, National Express from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, NordWestBahn, Hessische Landesbahn, National Express trains will get you between Paderborn and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
$32 (€26)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Hessische Landesbahn
About
Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone
NordWestBahn
About
NordWestBahn is a German train company that operates in the states of Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, and Hesse. NordWestBahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The most popular routes for NordWestBahn are from Hanover to Dortmund, from Hanover to Cologne, and from Hanover to Frankfurt. These routes offer travelers a convenient way to travel between major cities in Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
NordWestBahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Hand luggage and one piece of larger luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible before first day of validity
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
$69 (€55)
National Express frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
FAQs: Trains from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 115 miles (186 km).
The train journey from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport offers a pleasant view of the German countryside, featuring rolling hills, forests, and charming small towns, though it is not particularly renowned for being exceptionally scenic compared to other routes in Germany.
The first train from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 6:48 AM.
Train ticket prices from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $32 (€26), while the average price is around $83 (€66).
The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $15 (€12).
The train from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 3h 3m and runs 16 per day.
The last train from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 7:48 AM.
A day trip from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 3m. However, there are 16 trains available per day, covering a distance of 115 miles (186 km).
There is no direct train service currently available from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paderborn to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paderborn
Frankfurt am Main
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Koya Kitchen
- Café Central
- Moso Sushi & Grill
- Waffel Dream
Hotel
- Haus Irma
- Südhotel
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- Balthasar
- Café Röhren
- Xinh City
- Cherusker Klause
Hotel
- Aspethera
- Zur Mühle
- Arthotel Ana Fleur
- Haus Irma
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Cafeteria
- Café Röhren
- Cherusker Klause
- Haci Baba
Hotel
- Aspethera
- Zur Mühle
- Arthotel Ana Fleur
- Cherusker Hof
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