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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Calais is to bus which costs €45 - €70 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Calais is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Calais. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Calais via Bielefeld Brackwede train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Calais. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Hamm, Köln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Calais?

The distance between Paderborn and Calais is 658 km. The road distance is 533.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Calais without a car is to train which takes 8h 24m and costs €90 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Paderborn to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Calais bus from?

Paderborn to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bielefeld Brackwede train station.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Paderborn to Calais?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Calais is to train which takes 8h 24m and costs €90 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Paderborn to Calais bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paderborn to Calais train arrive?

Paderborn to Calais train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hamm(Westf)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Calais is 534 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Paderborn to Calais.

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

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

Book your Paderborn to Calais bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Paderborn to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, or train

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 Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm to Köln Hbf10 / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Midi79
4. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
5. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais VilleTer
8h 24m
€92–265
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to CalaisN1328
9h 50m
€46–68
Drive 533.6 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Calais533.6 km
5h 25m
€83–119
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Köln Hbf51
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-NordIce / ...
3. Take the bus from Brussels to Calais
8h 43m
€71–131
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Aachen HbfRe
3. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Liège-Saint-LambertS41
4. Take the train from Liège-Saint-Lambert to NamurIc
5. Take the train from Namur to Lille FlandresIc
6. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais VilleTer
11h 37m
€76–179

Paderborn to Calais by train

6Weekly Trains

8h 24mAverage Duration

€92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 658.2 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Paderborn, Germany and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Calais Ville via Hamm(Westf)Hbf, Hamm, Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Lille Europe in around 8h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Calais twice daily. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 8h 10m.

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