How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Paderborn start at $34. The average price for this train route is around $50. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?

The average train trip from Düsseldorf to Paderborn takes 2h 8m and covers 146 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Paderborn route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?

The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn departs at 6:18am. The latest train departs at 7:38pm.

What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf 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.

Train Düsseldorf to Paderborn from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	6:38pm	Duesseldorf Central	2h 8m	8:46pm	Paderborn Hbf	CheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	6:38pm	Duesseldorf Central	2h 8m	8:46pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	6:38pm	Duesseldorf Central	2h 8m	8:46pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	6:38pm	Duesseldorf Central	2h 8m	8:46pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	6:38pm	Duesseldorf Central	2h 8m	8:46pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:26pm	Hbf	6h 49m	12:15am	Maspernplatz	Cheapest
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	Fastest
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:38pm	Hbf	7h 37m	12:15am	Maspernplatz	Cheapest
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	Fastest
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	CheapestFastest
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	CheapestFastest
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:38pm	Hbf	7h 37m	12:15am	Maspernplatz	Cheapest
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	Fastest
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	1h 56m	2:41pm	Paderborn Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 3:16 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Paderborn

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Paderborn. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

148 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $59	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$34 - $88	Average Duration2h 8m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $32	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Düsseldorf and Paderborn?

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

Paderborn

A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany
Visit page

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/518 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,596 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Paderborn?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Paderborn start at $34. The average price for this train route is around $50. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?
The average train trip from Düsseldorf to Paderborn takes 2h 8m and covers 146 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Paderborn route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Paderborn departs at 6:18am. The latest train departs at 7:38pm.
What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Düsseldorf to Paderborn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf 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.

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$43

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Paderborn was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $39

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Düsseldorf to Paderborn, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $134 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Paderborn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-15.