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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Kessel is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Kessel is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Kessel?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Kessel. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Reuver via Essen Hbf, Viersen and Venlo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Kessel?

The distance between Paderborn and Kessel is 232 km. The road distance is 212.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Kessel without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €45 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Paderborn to Kessel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Kessel bus from?

Paderborn to Kessel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bielefeld Brackwede train station.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Kessel train from?

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

Train or bus from Paderborn to Kessel?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Kessel is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €45 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Paderborn to Kessel bus arrive?

Paderborn to Kessel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Duisburg central train station.

Where does the Paderborn to Kessel train arrive?

Paderborn to Kessel train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Kessel?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Kessel is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Paderborn to Kessel.

Where can I stay near Kessel?

There are 559+ hotels available in Kessel.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Kessel?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Kessel. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Kessel, Schijfweg Zuid via Bielefeld Brackwede train station, Duisburg central train station and Venlo, Station Venlo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

There are 4 ways to get from Paderborn to Kessel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Essen HbfRe
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Viersen BahnhofRb33 / ...
4h 10m
€47–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Duisburg central train stationN1328 / ...
2. Take the bus from Duisburg central train station to Venlo Station023
6h 3m
€24–39
Drive 212.5 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Kessel212.5 km
2h 22m
€38–55
Train via Hamm
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm to VenloSneltrein RE13 / ...
4h 35m
€44–75

Paderborn to Kessel by train

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.1 km
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Paderborn, Germany and Kessel, Limburg, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Reuver via Essen Hbf, Viersen Bahnhof, Viersen, and Venlo in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paderborn to Kessel, Schijfweg Zuid via Bielefeld Brackwede train station, Duisburg central train station, and Venlo, Station Venlo in around 6h 3m.

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