How to travel from Aachen to Paderborn

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Compare train and bus for Aachen to Paderborn

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Paderborn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €52, while a train costs an average of €52.

Distance: 132 miles (213 km)

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€52

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€37

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3h 56m

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3h 26m

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The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Paderborn is a bus with an average price of €45.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Paderborn:

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Paderborn costing on average €52.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Paderborn is by train with an average journey time of 3h 56m.

Other travel options to Paderborn take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aachen and Paderborn including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aachen to Paderborn among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €52 compared to roughly €37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-14.88. The journey takes 3h 26m versus 3h 0m 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.

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from Aachen to Paderborn

How to get from Aachen to Paderborn by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Aachen to Paderborn is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    5:51 AM3h49
    Aachen
    9:40 AMPaderborn
    571One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National Express
    5:51 AM3h49
    Aachen
    9:40 AMPaderborn
    571One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • National Express
    5:51 AM3h49
    Aachen
    9:40 AMPaderborn
    571One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • National Express
    6:51 AM3h49
    Aachen
    10:40 AMPaderborn
    571One-way
    1 transfer
  • National Express
    7:51 AM3h49
    Aachen
    11:40 AMPaderborn
    571One-way
    1 transfer
  • National Express
    8:51 AM3h49
    Aachen
    12:40 PMPaderborn
    571One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Aachen to Paderborn

Travel to Paderborn easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aachen to Paderborn.

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There are 2 options to travel between Aachen and Paderborn including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Paderborn is a bus with an average price of €45.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Paderborn:

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Paderborn costing on average €52.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Paderborn is by train with an average journey time of 3h 56m.

Other travel options to Paderborn take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 25m.

The distance from Aachen to Paderborn is approximately 132 miles (213 km).
The average frequency per day from Aachen to Paderborn is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aachen and Paderborn as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aachen to Paderborn:
  • Trains mostly depart from Aachen Hbf and arrive in Paderborn Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße and arrive in Paderborn, Maspernplatz-West.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aachen to Paderborn, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Paderborn by train.
Omio customers who travel from Aachen to Paderborn often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Paris, Düsseldorf, Berlin, Vienna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Paderborn and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Paderborn to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Paderborn's historical landmarks, museums, and nearby natural attractions, plan for a 2 to 3-day visit.

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