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

The cheapest way to get from Heerlen to Paderborn is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heerlen to Paderborn is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Heerlen and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct bus from Heerlen to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Heerlen, Zandweg and arriving at Paderborn via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and Münster bus stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Heerlen and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Heerlen to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Heerlen and arriving at Paderborn Hbf via Herzogenrath and Duesseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Heerlen to Paderborn?

The distance between Heerlen and Paderborn is 270 km. The road distance is 242.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Heerlen to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €40 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Heerlen to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Paderborn bus from?

Heerlen to Paderborn bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where do I catch the Heerlen to Paderborn train from?

Heerlen to Paderborn train services, operated by National Express, depart from Herzogenrath station.

Train or bus from Heerlen to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Heerlen to Paderborn is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Heerlen to Paderborn bus arrive?

Heerlen to Paderborn bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Münster-Mitte station.

Where does the Heerlen to Paderborn train arrive?

Heerlen to Paderborn train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Duesseldorf Hbf station.

Can I drive from Heerlen to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Heerlen to Paderborn is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Heerlen to Paderborn.

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

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Where can I stay near Paderborn?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Heerlen to Paderborn by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herzogenrath to Duesseldorf Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
4h 44m
€44–85
Train via Cologne
cheapest
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Köln Hbftrain Re9 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Paderborn, Hauptbahnhoftrain 51
5h 9m
€43–133
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Münster-Mittebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to Paderbornbus N69
7h 27m
Drive 242.8 km
1. Drive from Heerlen to Paderborncar 242.8 km
2h 35m
€44–63

Heerlen to Paderborn by train

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Map of how to get from Heerlen to Paderborn.

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Distance: 269.6 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Heerlen to Paderborn Hbf via Herzogenrath and Duesseldorf Hbf in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heerlen, Zandweg to Paderborn via Aachen, Bushof, Aachen - 58, Peterstraße, Münster-Mitte, and Münster bus stop in around 7h 27m.

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