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Compare 2 ways to travel from Paderborn to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just NZ$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Paderborn and Cologne?
Paderborn
- A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany - B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paderborn to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Paderborn to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Paderborn to Cologne start from NZ$40. The average price for this train route is around NZ$101. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Paderborn to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Paderborn to Cologne is 2h 46m, covering a distance of 151 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Paderborn to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Paderborn to Cologne?
The earliest train from Paderborn to Cologne departs at 06:12. And the latest train departs at 20:23.
Which is the best train operator from Paderborn to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Paderborn to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Paderborn to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Paderborn to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Paderborn to Cologne was searched and found on 18 Aug 2026 with a price of NZ$68To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Paderborn to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NZ$68 to NZ$227 for a train ticket from Paderborn to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$68, which is on 2026-08-18.
