Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Maspernplatz | Cheapest | |||||
 | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Maspernplatz | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Maspernplatz | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Maspernplatz | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Maspernplatz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Paderborn
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Paderborn. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 486, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Paderborn?
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Paderborn
- A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany - B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany - C
Borchener Str
Borchener Str. 334, 33106 Paderborn, Germany
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Based on 12812 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 440
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Paderborn by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Paderborn?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Paderborn start at R 440. The average price for this route is around R 629. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Paderborn?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Paderborn is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 147 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Paderborn route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Paderborn?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Paderborn at 15:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Paderborn?
A bus trip from Cologne to Paderborn produces an estimated 3.6616750000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Paderborn was searched and found on 10 Jun 2026 with a price of R 436To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Paderborn as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 436 to R 563 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Paderborn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 496, which is on 2026-06-13.
