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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Aachen is to rideshare which costs €12 - €16 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Aachen is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Aachen?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Aachen, Hbf via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Aachen?

The distance between Paderborn and Aachen is 294 km. The road distance is 244.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €45 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Paderborn to Aachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Aachen train from?

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

Where does the Paderborn to Aachen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paderborn to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Aachen is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Paderborn to Aachen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aachen?

There are 1193+ hotels available in Aachen.

Can I share a ride from Paderborn to Aachen?

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Paderborn to Aachen by train (Eurostar), car, train, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 51
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79
3h 17m
€47–121
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Paderborn to Aachenrideshare 243.3 km
2h 54m
€12–16
Drive 244.4 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Aachencar 244.4 km
2h 17m
€36–52
Train via Hamm
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
3h 38m
€54–108
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Duesseldorf Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen Westtrain Re
3h 40m

Paderborn to Aachen by train

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3h 17mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293.9 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Aachen, Hbf via Köln Hbf in around 3h 17m.

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