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 - €45 and takes 3h 43m.

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 21m and costs €46 - €52.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Gotha?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gotha. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

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 21m and costs €46 - €52.

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

The train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Gotha takes 2h 21m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Gotha?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Gotha is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs €46 - €52. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €45 and takes 3h 43m.

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 999+ 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, Hauptbahnhof to Gotha51
2h 21m
€46–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Erfurt central train stationN69
3h 43m
€24–45
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, Hauptbahnhof to GöttingenRb85
2. Take the train from Göttingen to GothaRe1
4h 6m
€53–63

Paderborn to Gotha by train

14Weekly Trains

2h 21mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.8 km
Duration: 2h 21m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Gotha twice daily. Tickets cost €46–52 and the journey takes 2h 21m. 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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