What is the cheapest way to get from Arnhem to Paderborn?

The cheapest way to get from Arnhem to Paderborn is to bus which costs €21 - €29 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arnhem to Paderborn?

The fastest way to get from Arnhem to Paderborn is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Arnhem and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arnhem Central Station station and arriving at Paderborn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Arnhem and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Arnhem to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Arnhem Centraal and arriving at Paderborn Hbf via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Arnhem to Paderborn?

The distance between Arnhem and Paderborn is 259 km. The road distance is 242 km.

How do I travel from Arnhem to Paderborn without a car?

The best way to get from Arnhem to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €40 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Arnhem to Paderborn?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Arnhem to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arnhem to Paderborn bus from?

Arnhem to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Arnhem Central Station.

Where do I catch the Arnhem to Paderborn train from?

Arnhem to Paderborn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Arnhem Centraal station.

Train or bus from Arnhem to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Arnhem to Paderborn is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €29 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Arnhem to Paderborn bus arrive?

Arnhem to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paderborn station.

Where does the Arnhem to Paderborn train arrive?

Arnhem to Paderborn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Arnhem to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Arnhem to Paderborn is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Arnhem to Paderborn.

How do I get a train ticket from Arnhem to Paderborn?

Book your Arnhem to Paderborn train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Arnhem to Paderborn?

Book your Arnhem to Paderborn bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

There are 437+ hotels available in Paderborn.

Arnhem to Paderborn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Arnhem to Paderborn by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
3h 28m
€43–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arnhem Central Station to Paderbornbus N69
4h 45m
€21–29
Drive 242 km
1. Drive from Arnhem to Paderborncar 242 km
2h 14m
€43–61
Train via Duisburg
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Oberhausen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
3h 37m
€42–88

Arnhem to Paderborn by train

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3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.2 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Arnhem, Netherlands and Paderborn, Germany?

You can take a train from Arnhem Centraal to Paderborn Hbf via Duisburg Hbf in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Arnhem Central Station to Paderborn once daily. Tickets cost €21–29 and the journey takes 4h 45m. FlixBus-eu also services this route once daily.

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