Train from Paderborn to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Paderborn to Cologne on 23 January
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Paderborn to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
1h 40mAverage duration
153 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€28 - €60Average duration7h 55m
4kg CO₂e
Average price€34 - €63Average duration2h 33m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€10 - €16Average duration1h 40m
6kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Paderborn to Cologne?

    The cheapest train tickets from Paderborn to Cologne start from €34. The average price for this train route is around €38. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Paderborn to Cologne?

    The average train journey time from Paderborn to Cologne is 2h 33m, covering a distance of 151 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 31m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Paderborn to Cologne route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Paderborn to Cologne?

    The earliest train from Paderborn to Cologne departs at 13:16. And the latest train departs at 13:16.

  5. 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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Paderborn to Cologne?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. 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 2.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. 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.

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