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

The cheapest way to get from Magdeburg to Paderborn is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Magdeburg to Paderborn is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Magdeburg and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct bus from Magdeburg station to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg central bus station and arriving at Paderborn, Neuhäuser Tor via Gütersloh, Hbf/ZOB and Rietberg, ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Magdeburg and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Magdeburg to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg Hbf and arriving at Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof via Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Magdeburg to Paderborn?

The distance between Magdeburg and Paderborn is 273 km. The road distance is 255.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Magdeburg to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Paderborn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Paderborn train from?

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

Train or bus from Magdeburg to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Paderborn is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Magdeburg to Paderborn bus arrive?

Magdeburg to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gütersloh central bus station.

Where does the Magdeburg to Paderborn train arrive?

Magdeburg to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Magdeburg to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Magdeburg to Paderborn is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Magdeburg to Paderborn.

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

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Where can I stay near Paderborn?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Magdeburg to Paderborn by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Paderborn, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5
3h 50m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Gütersloh central bus stationbus N1338
5h 59m
€22–35
Drive 255.1 km
1. Drive from Magdeburg to Paderborncar 255.1 km
2h 54m
€37–53
Train via Goslar
1. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Goslartrain Re
2. Take the train from Goslar, Bahnhof to Kreiensentrain
3. Take the train from Kreiensen to Paderborn, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 42m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Magdeburg to Paderborn.

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Distance: 273.2 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof via Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Gütersloh central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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