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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Mechernich is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Mechernich is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Mechernich?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Mechernich. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Mechernich Bf via Hamm(Westf)Hbf and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Mechernich?

The distance between Paderborn and Mechernich is 285 km. The road distance is 230.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Mechernich without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 51m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Paderborn to Mechernich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Mechernich train from?

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

Where does the Paderborn to Mechernich train arrive?

Paderborn to Mechernich train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hamm(Westf)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Mechernich?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Mechernich is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Paderborn to Mechernich.

Where can I stay near Mechernich?

There are 888+ hotels available in Mechernich.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Koeln Messe/DeutzRe
3. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mechernich Bf
3h 51m
€40–102
Drive 230.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Paderborn to Mechernich230.3 km
2h 10m
€33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm to Köln Hbf10 / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mechernich Bf
3h 53m
€44–87
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Paderborn, Neuhäuser Tor to RW-Rheda, BahnhofS40
2. Take the train from Rheda-Wiedenbrueck to Koeln HbfRe
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mechernich Bf
5h 13m

Paderborn to Mechernich by train

260Weekly Trains

3h 51mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Paderborn to Mechernich.

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Distance: 284.6 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Mechernich Bf via Hamm(Westf)Hbf, Koeln Messe/Deutz, and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 3h 51m.

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