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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Paderborn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Paderborn will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Hamburg to Paderborn you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Hamburg to Paderborn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hamburg to Paderborn.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Paderborn trains for today, Monday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:42 Hamburg | 7h03 | 21:45 Paderborn | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:13 Hamburg | 3h33 | 18:46 Paderborn | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 10 November | |||||
ICE 783 · S5 | On time 6:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h33 | 9:46 Paderborn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 783 · ICE 946+ 75021 | On time 6:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h14 | 9:27 Paderborn Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 71 · ICE 1748 | On time 6:29 Hamburg Hbf | 3h40 | 10:09 Paderborn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 583 · S5 | On time 7:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h45 | 10:46 Paderborn Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 583 · ICE 644+ 75025 | On time 7:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h26 | 10:27 Paderborn Hbf | 2 changes | |
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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
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Paderborn.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Paderborn trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Paderborn Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Paderborn-Sennelager. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Paderborn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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.
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