The average train between Potsdam and Paderborn takes 5h 31m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Potsdam 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 3 hours between Potsdam and Paderborn. The earliest departure is at 4:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Paderborn at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at S Spandau Bhf and take an average of 5h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Potsdam 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 Potsdam to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Potsdam station and arriving at Paderborn station via S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.
Potsdam to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.
Potsdam to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Paderborn-Kasseler Tor station.
Book your Potsdam to Paderborn train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and NordWestBahn.
The distance between Potsdam and Paderborn is 304.2 km. The road distance is 436 km.
You can take a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Paderborn-Kasseler Tor via S Spandau Bhf and Bielefeld Hbf in around 4h 54m.