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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Kalkar is to bus which costs €24 - €35 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Kalkar is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Kalkar?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Kalkar. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Kalkar Markt via Bocholt, Bahnhof and Rees Empel Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Kalkar?

The distance between Paderborn and Kalkar is 221 km. The road distance is 214.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Kalkar without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Paderborn to Kalkar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Kalkar bus from?

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

Train or bus from Paderborn to Kalkar?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Kalkar is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Paderborn to Kalkar bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paderborn to Kalkar?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Kalkar is 215 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Paderborn to Kalkar.

Where can I stay near Kalkar?

There are 590+ hotels available in Kalkar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Paderborn to Kalkar 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 Duisburg HbfRe
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Xanten BahnhofRb31
3h 46m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Bocholt bus stationN69
6h 20m
€25–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Münster HauptbahnhofRb89
2. Take the bus from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Bocholt, BustreffS75
6h 17m
Drive 214.8 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Kalkar214.8 km
1h 59m
€31–44

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 220.8 km
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Kalkar Markt via Duisburg Hbf, Xanten Bahnhof, and Xanten Bahnhof in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paderborn to Bocholt bus station once daily. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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