Next available departures

Next departures for Paderborn to Hamburg on August 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:05am	Maspernplatz	4h 50m	12:55pm	Harburg	Cheapest
S-Bahn Hannover + Deutsche Bahn	6:15am	Paderborn Hbf	3h 21m	9:36am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn Hannover + Deutsche Bahn	6:15am	Paderborn Hbf	3h 21m	9:36am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
eurobahn + WestfalenBahn + Deutsche Bahn	6:21am	Paderborn Hbf	4h 8m	10:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
eurobahn + DB Regio Nord + NordWestBahn + metronom	6:21am	Paderborn Hbf	4h 24m	10:45am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
eurobahn + DB Regio Nord + metronom + S-Bahn Hamburg	6:21pm	Paderborn Hbf	5h 18m	11:39pm	Hamburg Central Station (S-Bahn)	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + Deutsche Bahn	6:15am	Paderborn Hbf	3h 21m	9:36am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
eurobahn + WestfalenBahn + Deutsche Bahn	6:21am	Paderborn Hbf	4h 8m	10:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Paderborn to Hamburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 15mAverage Duration

221 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $103	Average Duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $358	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Paderborn and Hamburg?

Paderborn

A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany
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B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
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Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 18 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at $58

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paderborn to Hamburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Paderborn to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Paderborn to Hamburg start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $122. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Paderborn to Hamburg?
The average train trip from Paderborn to Hamburg takes 3h 55m and covers 222 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Paderborn to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Paderborn to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Paderborn to Hamburg departs at 6:12am. The latest train departs at 7:48pm.