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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Paderborn is to bus which costs €30 - €75 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Paderborn is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Paderborn via Osnabrück central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Paderborn Hbf via Rotterdam Alexander, Utrecht Centraal and Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Paderborn?

The distance between Rotterdam and Paderborn is 367 km. The road distance is 353.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Paderborn without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 15m and costs €35 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Rotterdam to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Paderborn bus from?

Rotterdam to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Paderborn train from?

Rotterdam to Paderborn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Alexander station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Paderborn is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs €65 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €75 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Paderborn bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Osnabrück central train station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Paderborn train arrive?

Rotterdam to Paderborn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Paderborn is 354 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Rotterdam to Paderborn.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Paderborn?

Book your Rotterdam to Paderborn bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

There are 447+ hotels available in Paderborn.

Rotterdam to Paderborn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rotterdam to Paderborn by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Conradstraat to Duisburg Portsmouthplatzbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3632
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
5h 15m
€36–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Osnabrück central train stationbus N131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Osnabrück central train station to Paderbornbus N110
7h 5m
€32–71
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Alexander to Utrecht Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
5h 44m
€68–156
Drive 353.5 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Paderborncar 353.5 km
3h 27m
€62–89
Train via Hamm
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Blaak to Venlotrain
2. Take the train from Venlo to Hammtrain
3. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
6h 56m
€78–241

Rotterdam to Paderborn by bus and train

1Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 367.2 km
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paderborn Hbf via Rotterdam Alexander, Utrecht Centraal, and Duisburg Hbf in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Paderborn via Osnabrück central train station in around 7h 5m.

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