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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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DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Paderborn Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Hbf | Paderborn Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Maspernplatz | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | |||||
 | Hbf | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Paderborn Hbf | 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 12 minutes and with fares starting at just NZ$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Paderborn?
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
Paderborn
- A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany - B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Paderborn by train
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 train ticket from Cologne to Paderborn?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Paderborn start from NZ$41. The average price for this train route is around NZ$126. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Paderborn?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Paderborn is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 94 miles (151 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 23m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Paderborn route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Paderborn?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Paderborn at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:17pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne 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 Cologne to Paderborn?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Paderborn?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Cologne to Paderborn?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Cologne to Paderborn was searched and found on Jul 1, 2026 with a price of NZ$54To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Paderborn, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NZ$54 to NZ$257 for a train ticket from Cologne to Paderborn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$54 which is on 2026-07-01.
