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Museum Goldenes Dachl
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
ICE 581+
RE11+
RJ 85
26711 · ICE 787 · CJX 6124+
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26711 · ICE 787 · CJX 6124+
79077
ICE 583+
RE11+
RJ 87
ICE 585+
RE11+
RJ 89
26705 · ICE 583 · RJ 87
26709 · ICE 585 · RJ 89
ICE 585+
RE11+
RJ 89
ICE 583+
RE11+
RJ 87
26701 · ICE 581 · RJ 85Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paderborn to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 530 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£73 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 4m Average total duration Fastest 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 39m Average total duration 19h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Paderborn to Innsbruck trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:43 Paderborn | 7h35 | 12:18 Innsbruck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:48 Paderborn | 7h30 | 15:18 Innsbruck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:49 Paderborn | 7h29 | 17:18 Innsbruck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:49 Paderborn | 7h29 | 18:18 Innsbruck | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
26701 · ICE 581 · RJ 85 · CJX 6117 | 5:43 Paderborn Hbf | 7h49 | 13:32 Innsbruck | 3 changes | |
26701 · ICE 581 · RJ 85 | On time 5:43 Paderborn Hbf | 7h35 | 13:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Paderborn to Innsbruck run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 530 km distance in 7h 26m.
Distance 530 km |
Average train duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 7h 26m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 22:22 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Major Tyrolean museum with art, history, and cultural collections from prehistory to modern times. A strong choice for understanding the region.
Specialist museum on Tyrolean folk culture with traditional interiors, crafts, and clothing. It gives a vivid sense of everyday Alpine life.
Medieval centre of colourful facades, arcades, and narrow lanes. It is the city’s most atmospheric area for architecture, strolling, and classic views.
Viewpoint above the city reached by funicular and cable car. Even without hiking, it offers memorable alpine panoramas and a dramatic setting.
Elegant historic street lined with palaces, shops, and cafés, framed by mountain views. It is ideal for a central walk between major sights.
Tyrolean pressed cheese dumplings, usually served in broth or with salad. A classic mountain dish prized for hearty alpine flavours.
A rich potato, onion and bacon fry-up with marjoram, often topped with a fried egg. It is a staple in Tyrolean inns and mountain huts.
A dense potato and flour pancake traditionally pan-fried and served with sauerkraut or soup. It is a rustic Tyrolean comfort food.
Refined restaurant with modern Austrian cooking and a polished atmosphere, suitable for a more special dinner in Innsbruck.
Casual alpine-style venue popular for dumplings, schnitzel and local beer, with a lively and accessible city-centre atmosphere.
Traditional Tyrolean inn in the Old Town serving classics such as Gröstl, dumplings and schnitzel in a historic, cosy setting.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, mountain access and dining raise costs, though public transport and casual meals remain manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paderborn to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paderborn to Innsbruck trains use the Paderborn Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst). Use this guide to compare Paderborn and Innsbruck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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-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.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
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