Duration | 2h 36m |
Distance | 181.4 km |
Average price | 55€ |
Frequency | 2/hour |
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.
More detailsThe distance between Paderborn and Cologne is 153 km. The road distance is 181.4 km.
Get driving directionsPaderborn to Cologne train services, operated by ABELLIO Rail NRW GmbH, depart from Paderborn Hbf station.
More detailsPaderborn to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
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More detailsDeutsche Bahn’s high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany. They’re a popular way to travel as they’re faster than Deutsche Bahn’s regional trains and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second class carriages, power sockets and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel.
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
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