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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Paderborn is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Paderborn is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Paderborn Hbf via Brussels-Nord, Köln Hbf and Hamm(Westf)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Paderborn?

The distance between Mechelen and Paderborn is 434 km. The road distance is 340.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs €55 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Mechelen to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Paderborn train from?

Mechelen to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Mechelen to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Paderborn is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs €55 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Mechelen to Paderborn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechelen to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Paderborn is 341 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Mechelen to Paderborn.

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

There are 427+ hotels available in Paderborn.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Mechelen 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 Brussels-Nord to Koeln HbfIce / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamm10 / ...
3. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Paderborn HbfRe
5h 18m
€57–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp to Bielefeld Brackwede train stationN1328
8h 5m
€37–55
Drive 340.5 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Paderborn340.5 km
3h 50m
€53–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Malines to BredaEc
2. Take the train from Breda to Arnhem Centraal
3. Take the bus from Arnhem Central Station to PaderbornN69
8h 31m
€48–138

Mechelen to Paderborn by train

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5h 18mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 433.5 km
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Mechelen, Belgium and Paderborn, Germany?

You can take a train from Malines to Paderborn Hbf via Brussels-Nord, Köln Hbf, and Hamm(Westf)Hbf in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp to Bielefeld Brackwede train station twice daily. Tickets cost €27–40 and the journey takes 5h.

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