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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Varel is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Varel is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Varel?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Varel. However, there are services departing from Paderborn-Kasseler Tor and arriving at Varel Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf and Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Varel?

The distance between Paderborn and Varel is 251 km. The road distance is 224.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Varel without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €30 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Paderborn to Varel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Varel train from?

Paderborn to Varel train services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Varel?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Varel is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Paderborn to Varel train arrive?

Paderborn to Varel train services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Varel?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Varel is 224 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Paderborn to Varel.

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

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Where can I stay near Varel?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Paderborn to Varel 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-Kasseler Tor to Bielefeld Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Osnabrück Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Varel Bahnhoftrain
4h 45m
€34–54
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Bremen Fernbusterminalbus N110
2. Take the bus from Bremen Fernbusterminal to Oldenburg central bus stationbus N44 / ...
6h 5m
€21–39
Drive 224.1 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Varelcar 224.1 km
1h 58m
€32–46
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain S5
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbftrain 56 / ...
4h 50m

Paderborn to Varel by train

126Weekly Trains

4h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Paderborn-Kasseler Tor to Varel Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf and Osnabrück Hbf in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paderborn to Varel Bahnhof via Bremen Fernbusterminal, Oldenburg central bus station, and Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf in around 6h 5m.

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