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| 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 | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Paderborn Hbf | Fastest | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + eurobahn | Essen Central Train Station | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + eurobahn | Essen Central Train Station | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + eurobahn | Essen Central Train Station | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Paderborn Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Paderborn
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Paderborn. The journey takes about 1 hour 49 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 1 818, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Paderborn?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Paderborn
- A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany - B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Paderborn by train
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 train ticket from Essen to Paderborn?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Paderborn start from RUB 1 818. The average price for this train route is around RUB 3 569. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Paderborn?
The average train journey time from Essen to Paderborn is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 123 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 26m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Paderborn route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Paderborn?
The earliest train from Essen to Paderborn departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:19.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Paderborn?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Paderborn?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Paderborn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Paderborn?
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 Essen to Paderborn was searched and found on 01 Aug 2026 with a price of RUB 2 062To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Paderborn as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 2 062 to RUB 8 111 for a train ticket from Essen to Paderborn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 2 062, which is on 2026-08-01.
