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

The cheapest way to get from Jena to Paderborn is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jena to Paderborn is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Jena and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jena bus station station and arriving at Paderborn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Jena and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jena West and arriving at Paderborn Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Jena to Paderborn?

The distance between Jena and Paderborn is 303 km. The road distance is 263.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Jena to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €45 - €120.

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

The train from Jena West to Paderborn Hbf takes 3h 23m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Jena to Paderborn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jena to Paderborn train from?

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

Train or bus from Jena to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Jena to Paderborn is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Jena to Paderborn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jena to Paderborn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jena to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Jena to Paderborn is 264 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Jena to Paderborn.

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

Book your Jena to Paderborn train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

There are 426+ hotels available in Paderborn.

Can I share a ride from Jena to Paderborn?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Jena 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 Jena West to Paderborn Hbf51
3h 23m
€45–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Jena to Paderborn268.1 km
3h 48m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jena bus station to PaderbornN69
4h 25m
€22–35
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Jena West to GöttingenRe1
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Paderborn HbfRb85
5h 4m
€62–74
Drive 263.6 km
1. Drive from Jena to Paderborn263.6 km
2h 47m
€38–55

Jena to Paderborn by train

14Weekly Trains

3h 23mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.2 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Jena West to Paderborn Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €45–120 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Jena bus station to Paderborn once daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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