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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Gera is to bus which costs €28 - €40 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Gera is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Gera?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Gera station. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Gera central train station via Jena bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Gera?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gera Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Gera?

The distance between Paderborn and Gera is 348 km. The road distance is 296.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Gera without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €60 - €70.

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

The train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Gera Hbf takes 4h 6m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Gera bus from?

Paderborn to Gera bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paderborn station.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Gera train from?

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

Train or bus from Paderborn to Gera?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Gera is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €60 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €40 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Paderborn to Gera bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paderborn to Gera train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paderborn to Gera?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Gera is 297 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Paderborn to Gera.

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

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

Book your Paderborn to Gera bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gera?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Paderborn to Gera 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 Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Gera Hbftrain 51
4h 6m
€60–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Jena bus stationbus N69
2. Take the bus from Jena bus station to Gera central train stationbus 082 / ...
5h 50m
€28–39
Drive 296.7 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Geracar 296.7 km
3h 16m
€43–61
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Göttingentrain Rb85
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Gera Hbftrain Re1
5h 38m
€66–86

Paderborn to Gera by train

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4h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 347.9 km
Duration: 4h 6m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Gera Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €60–70 and the journey takes 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paderborn to Gera central train station via Jena bus station in around 5h 50m.

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