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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Paderborn is to bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Paderborn is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Paderborn via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Paderborn Hbf. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Mainz to Paderborn?

The distance between Mainz and Paderborn is 334 km. The road distance is 246.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Paderborn without a car is to train via Kassel which takes 4h 4m and costs €40 - €110.

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

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

Where do I catch the Mainz to Paderborn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mainz to Paderborn train from?

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

Train or bus from Mainz to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Mainz to Paderborn is to train via Kassel which takes 4h 4m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Mainz to Paderborn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Paderborn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mainz to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Paderborn is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Mainz to Paderborn.

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

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

Book your Mainz to Paderborn bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

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Mainz to Paderborn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Mainz to Paderborn by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Kassel
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to FrankfurtS8
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe20 / ...
3. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Paderborn HbfRe
4h 4m
€42–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to PaderbornN110
5h 35m
€27–38
Drive 246.9 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Paderborn246.9 km
2h 45m
€36–51
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)FRA - HAJ
2. Take the train from Hannover Flughafen to Paderborn Hbf
5h 12m
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Paderborn Hbf41
4h 12m
€55–110

Mainz to Paderborn by train

136Weekly Trains

4h 4mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 334 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Paderborn Hbf via Frankfurt and Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Paderborn once daily. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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