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Modern museum presenting computer history from early calculating tools to the digital age through interactive displays.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Paderborn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Paderborn will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 7 trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Paderborn run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Düsseldorf to Paderborn.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Paderborn trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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26807 · 90013 | 7:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 9:40 Paderborn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 206 · 26709 | Delayed 6:36 7:34Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h12 | 9:46 Paderborn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 845 · 90063 | Delayed 6:52 7:50Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h20 | 10:10 Paderborn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 545 · 90065 | On time 8:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h22 | 11:10 Paderborn Hbf | 1 change | |
26811 · 90017 | 9:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 11:40 Paderborn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1745 | On time 9:42 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h05 | 11:47 Paderborn Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 847 · 90067 | On time 9:49 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h21 | 12:10 Paderborn Hbf | 1 change | |
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Modern museum presenting computer history from early calculating tools to the digital age through interactive displays.
Scenic spring area where the River Pader rises, with paths, greenery and historic buildings at the core of the city centre.
Art museum in a former imperial hall, showing changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in a striking historic setting.
Scenic spring area where the River Pader rises, with paths, greenery and historic buildings at the core of the city centre.
Popular public park around the former residence, combining formal gardens, water features and broad paths for an easy stroll.
Main square of the old town, framed by the cathedral, town hall and shops, and a practical starting point for sightseeing.
A hearty Westphalian rye bread, baked dark and dense with whole rye. It is a regional staple long linked with traditional farm cooking.
A rustic Westphalian ham, usually salt-cured and smoked over beechwood or juniper. It is one of the region’s best-known charcuterie specialities.
A robust stew of beans, pears and bacon, typical of Westphalian home cooking. It combines sweet fruit with savoury pork in a classic regional style.
Refined restaurant serving modern European cooking in an elegant atmosphere, suitable for a special meal in Paderborn.
Traditional German venue known for hearty regional dishes and beer in a relaxed, historic setting near the centre.
Popular brewery-style restaurant with German classics, substantial portions and a lively, casual ambience.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local transport and everyday costs remain manageable for most travellers.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Paderborn Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Paderborn
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Paderborn by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paderborn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Paderborn trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Paderborn Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Paderborn-Sennelager. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Paderborn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Paderborn Hbf is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Koya Kitchen, Café Central, Moso Sushi & Grill, Waffel Dream
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Hbf. ATMs are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Hbf. Information desks are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Haus Irma, Südhotel.
Paderborn-Sennelager is 6 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn-Sennelager has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn-Sennelager. Information desks are available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn-Sennelager. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn-Sennelager: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn-Sennelager: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus is 4 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Nikopolis, Meinolfusstube, Alte Residenz, Indian Curryhouse
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus. ATMs are available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus. Information desks are available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus.
Nearby hotels include Waldhotel Nachtigall, Hotel am Schloß.
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