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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Bottrop is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Bottrop is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Bottrop?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Bottrop. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Bottrop Hbf via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Bottrop?

The distance between Paderborn and Bottrop is 154 km. The road distance is 150.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Bottrop without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €29 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Paderborn to Bottrop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Bottrop train from?

Paderborn to Bottrop train services, operated by National Express, depart from Paderborn Hbf station.

Where does the Paderborn to Bottrop train arrive?

Paderborn to Bottrop train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Bottrop?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Bottrop is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Paderborn to Bottrop.

Where can I stay near Bottrop?

There are 1966+ hotels available in Bottrop.

Paderborn to Bottrop - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Paderborn to Bottrop by train, car, or bus

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 Paderborn Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
1h 58m
€29–61
Drive 150.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Paderborn to Bottropcar 150.4 km
1h 29m
€21–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 51
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to BOT ZOB Berliner Platzbus Sb16
2h 20m
€26–56

Paderborn to Bottrop by train

118Weekly Trains

1h 58mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.8 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

National Express operates a train from Paderborn Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–35 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice daily.

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