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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Paderborn is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Paderborn is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Paderborn via Kassel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Paderborn Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Paderborn?

The distance between Leipzig and Paderborn is 376 km. The road distance is 297.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €60 - €75.

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

The train from Leipzig Hbf to Paderborn Hbf takes 4h 16m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Paderborn bus from?

Leipzig to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Paderborn train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Paderborn is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €60 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Leipzig to Paderborn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Paderborn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Paderborn is 298 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Leipzig to Paderborn.

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

Book your Leipzig to Paderborn train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

There are 425+ hotels available in Paderborn.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Paderborn?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Leipzig 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 Leipzig Hbf to Paderborn Hbf51
4h 16m
€60–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Kassel023 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kassel to PaderbornN69
5h 50m
€19–40
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Paderborn298.7 km
4h 14m
€20
Train via Bad Hersfeld
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Bad Hersfeld Bahnhof50
2. Take the train from Bad Hersfeld Bahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof WilhelmshöheRb5 / ...
3. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Paderborn HbfRe
4h 41m
Drive 297.6 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Paderborn297.6 km
3h 26m
€43–62

Leipzig to Paderborn by train

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 375.8 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Paderborn Hbf twice a week. Tickets cost €60–75 and the journey takes 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to Paderborn via Kassel in around 5h 50m.

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