The average train between Linz and Paderborn takes 8h 38m and the fastest train takes 6h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz 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 every 4 hours between Linz and Paderborn. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Paderborn at 8:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuernberg Hbf and take an average of 8h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Linz to Paderborn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Linz to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Linz/Donau Hbf station and arriving at Paderborn Hbf station via Nuernberg Hbf station and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.
Linz to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Paderborn train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Paderborn Hbf station.
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The distance between Linz and Paderborn is 547.7 km. The road distance is 663 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Paderborn Hbf via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe in around 7h 31m.