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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wels to Paderborn
Showing times and prices for Dec 22
Cheapest price
$0
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
6 h 59 m
Average duration
11 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
546 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wels to Paderborn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Wels to Paderborn without transferring at least once.
08:09AM6h59
Wels03:08PMPaderborn
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2 transfers
02:09PM7h01
Wels09:10PMPaderborn
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2 transfers
06:51PM20h17
Wels03:08PMPaderborn
$1371One-way
1 transfer
08:09AM6h59
Wels03:08PMPaderborn
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2 transfers
02:09PM7h01
Wels09:10PMPaderborn
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2 transfers
06:51PM20h17
Wels03:08PMPaderborn
$1371One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Wels to Paderborn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wels to Paderborn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €72. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €72, and a train costs an average of €111.
Distance: 339 miles (546 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€111 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
10h 34m Average total duration Fastest 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41h 15m Average total duration 40h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wels to Paderborn train times
The table below shows live departures for Wels to Paderborn trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:16 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:09 PM Wels | 6h43 | 8:52 PM Paderborn | 2 transfers | |
| 6:51 PM Wels | 20h17 | 3:08 PM Paderborn | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
| 8:09 AM Wels | 6h59 | 3:08 PM Paderborn | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Wels to Paderborn trains with Omio?
ÖBB Nightjet as well as Österreichische Bundesbahnen and Deutsche Bahn offer trains services from Wels to Paderborn. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Wels to Paderborn.
Why book with Omio vs ÖBB Nightjet?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB Nightjet, but also compare tickets for the likes of Österreichische Bundesbahnen and Deutsche Bahn to find the best option for your trip from Wels to Paderborn.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ÖBB Nightjet tickets can be bought on ÖBB Nightjet's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Österreichische Bundesbahnen and Deutsche Bahn to help you choose the right option for your journey from Wels to Paderborn.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wels to Paderborn.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wels to Paderborn
Austria
Germany
Trains from Wels to Paderborn run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $138 (€111) but you can travel from only $90 (€72) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 339 miles (546 km) distance in 6h 43m.
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 $90 (€72)
Distance 339 miles (546 km) |
Average train duration 10h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $138 (€111) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:46 |
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 $90 (€72)
Train companies: ÖBB Nightjet, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn from Wels to Paderborn trainsÖBB Nightjet, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Wels and Paderborn from $90 (€72). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB Nightjet
About
ÖBB Nightjet is an Austrian train company that offers overnight services across Europe. It has a range of train types, including the EuroNight, CityNightLine and Nightjet, which all offer comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. The EuroNight is the most luxurious option, with private compartments and a restaurant car. The CityNightLine is a more affordable option, with compartments and couchettes, while the Nightjet is the most basic option, with couchettes and reclining seats. Ticket types include Economy, Comfort and Business, with the latter offering the most luxurious experience. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, a restaurant car and a bar. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 piece of larger luggage included
Luggage storage
Luggage racks above seats, at end of carriages, and under seats. Special storage for bikes and ski equipment.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled by ÖBB
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car or bistro available on most routes. Night trains offer breakfast service in sleeper and couchette cars.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Additional fee applies. Free for certain ticket types and first class.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs need ticket (50% of 2nd class fare) and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
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
20h 17m
Cheapest Price
$137 (€110)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 43m
Österreichische Bundesbahnen frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Trains from Wels to Paderborn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wels 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.
To fully experience Paderborn's historical landmarks, museums, and nearby natural attractions, plan for a 2 to 3-day visit.
A day trip from Wels to Paderborn is not feasible as the journey duration is 6h 43m. There are 9 trips per day by train over a distance of 339 miles (546 km).
The distance by train from Wels to Paderborn is 339 miles (546 km).
The first train from Wels to Paderborn leaves at 12:09 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Wels to Paderborn.
The last train from Wels to Paderborn leaves at 11:46 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Wels to Paderborn.
Yes, there is a night train from Wels to Paderborn.
Yes, you can take the train from Wels to Paderborn.
Train ticket prices from Wels to Paderborn can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $138 (€111), while the average price is around $138 (€111).
The cheapest way to get from Wels to Paderborn is by bus, with a cost of around $90 (€72).
The train from Wels to Paderborn takes 6h 43m and runs 9 per day.
The train station in Wels that goes to Paderborn is Wels Hbf, which connects to Paderborn Hbf.
The train journey from Wels to Paderborn offers diverse scenery, including picturesque Austrian countryside, charming villages, and the rolling hills of central Germany, making it a pleasant and scenic route.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wels to Paderborn
Wels
Paderborn
The major train station for departures in Wels is Wels Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wels Hbf for your trip from Wels to Paderborn.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Bahnhofstraße.
Dining
- Gasthaus zur Linde
- Restaurant Loewenzahn
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- Hotel Ploberger
- Boutique Hotel Hauser
- Hotel Bayrischer Hof
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Wels Hbf
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1
- Regional trains
The major train station for arrivals in Paderborn is Paderborn Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paderborn Hbf for your journey to Paderborn from Wels.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation 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
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