Compare 3 ways to go from Paderborn to Cologne.
Busbud recommends carpooling from Paderborn to CologneAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Paderborn to Cologne: Trip Overview
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Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the ticket access. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at $19.00
Paderborn to Cologne Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Paderborn to Cologne was searched and found on Jun 20, 2025 with a price of $18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Paderborn to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $18 to $113 for a train ticket from Paderborn to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-06-20.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Paderborn to Cologne is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Cologne, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Paderborn and Cologne compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Paderborn to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
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