Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Maspernplatz | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
eurobahn + Deutsche Bahn | Paderborn Hbf | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
NordWestBahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Paderborn Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
NordWestBahn + Deutsche Bahn | Paderborn Hbf | Hbf | No tags | |||||
NordWestBahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Paderborn Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
NordWestBahn + Deutsche Bahn | Paderborn Hbf | Hbf | No tags | |||||
NordWestBahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Paderborn Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
NordWestBahn + Deutsche Bahn | Paderborn Hbf | Hbf | No tags |
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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 54 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 22,454, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Paderborn and Cologne?
Paderborn
- A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany - B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paderborn to Cologne by train
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 train ticket from Paderborn to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Paderborn to Cologne start from CLP 22,454. The average price for this train route is around CLP 57,092. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Paderborn to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Paderborn to Cologne is 2h 54m, covering a distance of 94 miles (151 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Paderborn to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Paderborn to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Paderborn to Cologne at 6:13am. And the latest train departs at 9:12pm.
What is the best train operator from Paderborn to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Paderborn to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Paderborn to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Paderborn to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 Sep 14, 2026 with a price of CLP 46,511To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Paderborn to Cologne, as early as possible.
