Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Maspernplatz | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Maspernplatz | Hbf | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:31 PM CEST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Paderborn to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just ₩74,979, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Paderborn and Cologne?
Stops in Paderborn
- AHathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany
- BBahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
- C
Borchener Str
Borchener Str. 334, 33106 Paderborn, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 12502 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at ₩42,031
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paderborn to Cologne by bus
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 bus ticket from Paderborn to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paderborn to Cologne start from ₩42,031. The average price for this route is around ₩43,956. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Paderborn to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Paderborn to Cologne is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 148 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Paderborn to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Paderborn to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Paderborn to Cologne at 7:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paderborn to Cologne?
A bus trip from Paderborn to Cologne generates an estimated 3.6841749999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Paderborn to Cologne was searched and found on Apr 20, 2026 with a price of ₩46,242To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paderborn to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ₩46,242 to ₩46,242 for a bus ticket from Paderborn to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₩46,242 which is on 2026-04-20.
