Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Maspernplatz | Cheapest | |||||
| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Maspernplatz | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Maspernplatz | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Maspernplatz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go 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 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Paderborn?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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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
- AHathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany
- BBahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
- C
Borchener Str
Borchener Str. 334, 33106 Paderborn, Germany
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Paderborn by bus
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 bus ticket from Cologne to Paderborn?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Paderborn start from $27. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Paderborn?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Paderborn is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 91 miles (147 km). The quickest bus can get 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 3:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Paderborn?
A bus trip from Cologne to Paderborn generates an estimated 3.66395 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 Jun 2, 2026 with a price of $28To 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 $28 to $64 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 $34 which is on 2026-06-04.
