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

The cheapest way to get from Trier to Paderborn is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trier to Paderborn is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Trier and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct bus from Trier station to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Trier central train station and arriving at Paderborn via Kassel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Trier and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Trier to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Trier, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Paderborn Hbf via Köln Hbf and Hamm(Westf)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Trier to Paderborn?

The distance between Trier and Paderborn is 393 km. The road distance is 342.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Trier to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs €75 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Trier to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trier to Paderborn bus from?

Trier to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Trier central train station.

Where do I catch the Trier to Paderborn train from?

Trier to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Trier to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Trier to Paderborn is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs €75 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Trier to Paderborn bus arrive?

Trier to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Where does the Trier to Paderborn train arrive?

Trier to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Trier to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Trier to Paderborn is 343 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Trier to Paderborn.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Trier to Paderborn 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 Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hammtrain 10 / ...
3. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
5h 49m
€75–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Kasselbus N1335
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Paderbornbus N69 / ...
7h 35m
€31–51
Drive 342.7 km
1. Drive from Trier to Paderborncar 342.7 km
3h 25m
€50–72
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain 55 / ...
3. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
5h 52m
€66–193

Trier to Paderborn by train

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5h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 392.9 km
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Paderborn Hbf via Köln Hbf and Hamm(Westf)Hbf in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trier central train station to Paderborn via Kassel in around 7h 35m.

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