The average train between Cologne and Paderborn takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Paderborn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Cologne and Paderborn. The earliest departure is at 9:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 3:17 PM which arrives into Paderborn at 5:47 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cologne station and arriving at Paderborn station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.
Cologne to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Cologne to Paderborn train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Cologne and Paderborn is 152.8 km. The road distance is 218 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof 3 times a day. Tickets cost €40–100 and the journey takes 2h 40m.