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 €22 - €35 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Gotha is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Gotha?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Gotha via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Gotha?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Gotha. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Gotha?

The distance between Paderborn and Gotha is 232 km. The road distance is 188.4 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 train which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €60.

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

The train from Paderborn Hbf to Gotha takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Gotha bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Gotha train from?

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

Train or bus from Paderborn to Gotha?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Gotha is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Paderborn to Gotha bus arrive?

Paderborn to Gotha bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Erfurt central train station.

Where does the Paderborn to Gotha train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paderborn to Gotha?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Gotha is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m 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 910+ hotels available in Gotha.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Paderborn to Gotha 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 Hbf to Gotha51
2h 22m
€30–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Erfurt central train stationN69
4h 8m
€23–32
Drive 188.4 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Gotha188.4 km
2h 27m
€27–39
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to GöttingenRb85
2. Take the train from Göttingen to GothaRe1
4h 6m
€53–61

Paderborn to Gotha by train

16Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.8 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paderborn Hbf to Gotha twice daily. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paderborn to Erfurt central train station once daily. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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