Train Mainz to Paderborn from €79 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Mainz and Paderborn takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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.

4h 36m
Duration: 334 km
Distance: €79
Average price: Every 2 hours
Frequency

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4h 5m

€62–149

Mainz to Paderborn train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Mainz and Paderborn. The earliest departure is at 3:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Paderborn at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, May 19, 2026

3:34 AM → 8:10 AM
4h 36m • 2 changes
4:34 AM → 9:10 AM
4h 36m • 2 changes
6:14 AM → 10:08 AM
3h 54m • 2 changes
6:37 AM → 11:10 AM
4h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, May 20, 2026

3:34 AM → 8:10 AM
4h 36m • 2 changes
4:34 AM → 9:10 AM
4h 36m • 2 changes
6:14 AM → 10:08 AM
3h 54m • 2 changes
6:37 AM → 11:10 AM
4h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, May 21, 2026

3:34 AM → 8:10 AM
4h 36m • 2 changes
4:34 AM → 9:10 AM
4h 36m • 2 changes
6:14 AM → 10:08 AM
3h 54m • 2 changes
6:37 AM → 11:10 AM
4h 33m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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