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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Paderborn is to rideshare which costs €17 - €20 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Paderborn is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct bus from Heidelberg to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg Post Waypoint and arriving at Paderborn via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Paderborn Hbf via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Paderborn?

The distance between Heidelberg and Paderborn is 379 km. The road distance is 300.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Heidelberg to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Paderborn bus from?

Heidelberg to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heidelberg Post Waypoint station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Paderborn train from?

Heidelberg to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Paderborn is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Paderborn bus arrive?

Heidelberg to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Heidelberg to Paderborn train arrive?

Heidelberg to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Paderborn is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Heidelberg to Paderborn.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

There are 429+ hotels available in Paderborn.

Can I share a ride from Heidelberg to Paderborn?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Heidelberg and Paderborn. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Heidelberg to Paderborn by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 13 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
4h 15m
€39–111
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Heidelberg to Paderbornrideshare 298.5 km
3h 45m
€17–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Frankfurt central train stationbus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Paderbornbus N110
6h 49m
€32–45
Train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
4h 42m
€39–137
Drive 300.3 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Paderborncar 300.3 km
3h 5m
€43–62

Heidelberg to Paderborn by train

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Distance: 378.5 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Heidelberg, Germany and Paderborn, Germany?

You can take a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Paderborn Hbf via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Paderborn via Frankfurt central train station in around 6h 49m.

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