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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Nijmegen is to bus which costs €26 - €35 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Nijmegen is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Nijmegen?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Nijmegen. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Nijmegen via Duisburg Hbf and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Nijmegen?

The distance between Paderborn and Nijmegen is 278 km. The road distance is 243.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Nijmegen without a car is to train via Duisburg which takes 3h 25m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Paderborn to Nijmegen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Nijmegen train from?

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

Train or bus from Paderborn to Nijmegen?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Nijmegen is to train via Duisburg which takes 3h 25m and costs €45 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €35 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Paderborn to Nijmegen train arrive?

Paderborn to Nijmegen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Nijmegen?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Nijmegen is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Paderborn to Nijmegen.

How do I get a train ticket from Paderborn to Nijmegen?

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Where can I stay near Nijmegen?

There are 706+ hotels available in Nijmegen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Paderborn to Nijmegen 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 via Duisburg
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Duisburg HbfRe
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Arnhem CentraalIce / ...
3h 25m
€46–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Arnhem Central StationN69
5h 7m
€26–35
Drive 243.6 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Nijmegen243.6 km
2h 33m
€44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Paderborn-Kasseler Tor to Bielefeld Hbf
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Hengelo
3. Take the train from Hengelo to Zutphen
4. Take the train from Zutphen to Nijmegen
5h 44m
€52–86

Paderborn to Nijmegen by train

98Weekly Trains

3h 25mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.6 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Paderborn, Germany and Nijmegen, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Nijmegen via Duisburg Hbf and Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paderborn to Arnhem Central Station once daily. Tickets cost €21–29 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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