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

The cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Paderborn is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Utrecht to Paderborn is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Utrecht and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum and arriving at Paderborn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Utrecht and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Utrecht to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Centraal and arriving at Paderborn Hbf via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Utrecht to Paderborn?

The distance between Utrecht and Paderborn is 316 km. The road distance is 301.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Utrecht to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €50 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Utrecht to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Paderborn bus from?

Utrecht to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum station.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Paderborn train from?

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

Train or bus from Utrecht to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Utrecht to Paderborn is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €50 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Utrecht to Paderborn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Utrecht to Paderborn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Utrecht to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Utrecht to Paderborn is 301 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Utrecht to Paderborn.

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

Book your Utrecht to Paderborn train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

There are 447+ hotels available in Paderborn.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Utrecht 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 Utrecht Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
3h 59m
€52–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Paderbornbus N69
5h 45m
€19–35
Drive 301.5 km
1. Drive from Utrecht to Paderborncar 301.5 km
2h 56m
€53–77
Train via Duisburg
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Oberhausen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
4h 8m
€51–117
Train via Enschede
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Enschedetrain
2. Take the train from Enschede to Muenster(Westf)Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Paderborn, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 5m
€53–136

Utrecht to Paderborn by train

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Distance: 315.7 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Utrecht Centraal to Paderborn Hbf via Duisburg Hbf in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Paderborn once daily. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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