The average train between Potsdam and Paderborn takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Potsdam and Paderborn. The earliest departure is at 12:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Paderborn at 5:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Berlin Hbf and take an average of 4h 28m. 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 Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Potsdam to Paderborn train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Potsdam to Paderborn train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Paderborn-Kasseler Tor station.
Book your Potsdam to Paderborn train tickets online with ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Potsdam and Paderborn is 304.2 km. The road distance is 432 km.
You can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Paderborn-Kasseler Tor via Berlin Hbf and Bielefeld Hbf in around 4h 37m.