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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Gotha is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Gotha is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Gotha?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Gotha via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe, Sangerhausen and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Gotha?

The distance between Paderborn and Gotha is 247 km. The road distance is 189.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Gotha without a car is to bus which takes 4h 13m and costs €23 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Paderborn to Gotha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Gotha train from?

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

Train or bus from Paderborn to Gotha?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Gotha is to bus which takes 4h 13m and costs €23 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Paderborn to Gotha train arrive?

Paderborn to Gotha train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Gotha?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Gotha is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Paderborn to Gotha.

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

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Where can I stay near Gotha?

There are 430+ hotels available in Gotha.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Erfurt central train stationbus N69
4h 13m
€23–38
Train
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Sangerhausentrain Re
3. Take the train from Sangerhausen to Erfurt Hbftrain Re
6h 29m
Drive 189.8 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Gothacar 189.8 km
2h 29m
€27–39

Paderborn to Gotha by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.8 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Paderborn, Germany and Gotha, Thuringia, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Paderborn to Erfurt central train station once daily. Tickets cost €15–27 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Gotha via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe, Sangerhausen, and Erfurt Hbf in around 6h 29m.

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