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Modern museum presenting computer history from early calculating tools to the digital age through interactive displays.
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£135
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£135
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
7 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
7 h 2 m
Trains on 06 Sept
1
Distance
555 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Paderborn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Paderborn will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £135.
To travel from Paris to Paderborn you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 372 · IC 2152+
TGV 9551
ICE 372 · IC 2152+
TGV 9551Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Paderborn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £343.
Distance: 555 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£133 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £343 Average Price | £112 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Paderborn:
A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Paderborn costing on average £133.
A coach is £286 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Paderborn costing on average £343.
Other travel options to Paderborn take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 34m.
Coach takes on average 9h 34m.
You'll arrive about 1h 27m sooner (6h 24m by train vs 7h 51m by car). Tickets start at around £133 compared to roughly £112 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Paderborn trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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TGV 9551+ ICE 372 · IC 2152 | On time 9:06 Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h02 | 16:08 Paderborn Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 370 · 26728 | On time 11:07 Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h03 | 18:10 Paderborn Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Paris to Paderborn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 555 km distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 555 km |
Average train duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 51m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:30 |
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Discover the best of Paderborn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paderborn trip today.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Paderborn trains use the Paris Gare de l'Est to Paderborn Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Paderborn Nord. Use this guide to compare Paris and Paderborn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
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 Kasseler Tor 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: Balthasar, Café Röhren, Xinh City, Cherusker Klause
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. ATMs are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Information desks are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Haus Irma.
Paderborn Nord is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn Nord 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: Cafeteria, Café Röhren, Cherusker Klause, Haci Baba
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Nord. ATMs are available at Paderborn Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Nord. Information desks are available at Paderborn Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Nord.
Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Cherusker Hof.
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