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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Paderborn is to bus which costs €30 - €70 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Paderborn is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Brussels South and arriving at Paderborn via Münster bus stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Paderborn Hbf via Köln Hbf and Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Brussels to Paderborn?

The distance between Brussels and Paderborn is 419 km. The road distance is 361.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Paderborn without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 52m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Brussels to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Paderborn bus from?

Brussels to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels South station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Paderborn train from?

Brussels to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Brussels to Paderborn is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 52m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Brussels to Paderborn bus arrive?

Brussels to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Münster bus stop station.

Where does the Brussels to Paderborn train arrive?

Brussels to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Paderborn is 361 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Brussels to Paderborn.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

There are 415+ hotels available in Paderborn.

Brussels to Paderborn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Paderborn by train (Eurostar), 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 via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 43 / ...
3. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
4h 52m
€64–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels South to Münster bus stopbus N71
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to Paderbornbus N69
7h 30m
€31–67
Drive 361.5 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Paderborncar 361.5 km
3h 42m
€55–80
Train
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
5h 1m
€83–160
Train #2
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Dortmund Hbftrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
5h 1m
€78–150

Brussels to Paderborn by train

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4h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 419.5 km
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Paderborn, Germany?

You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Paderborn Hbf via Köln Hbf and Dortmund Hbf in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussels South to Paderborn via Münster bus stop in around 7h 30m.

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