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Two ways to Travel from Karlsruhe to Paderborn

Composite routes from Karlsruhe to Paderborn

Cheapest
3 h 20 min
Car
406 km.
from $22
Other
3 h 20 min
Rideshare
406 km.
from $15.45

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Paderborn
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.77–$58.23
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.82–$9.49

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Centrotrans Eurolines

Phone:
+387 33 770 889
Email:
Website:
centrotrans.com/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.59–$11.39

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Paderborn
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$759.47

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Paderborn
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$107.59
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Kassel
Ave. Duration:
2h 43m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$82.28
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Paderborn
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$37.97–$41.77

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Paderborn
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Paderborn?

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Paderborn is to bus which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Paderborn?

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Paderborn is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Paderborn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Paderborn Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Paderborn?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Paderborn is 497 km. The road distance is 404.5 km.

How do I travel from Karlsruhe to Paderborn without a car?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Paderborn without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs $81.52 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Karlsruhe to Paderborn?

The train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Paderborn Hbf takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Paderborn bus from?

Karlsruhe to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Paderborn train from?

Karlsruhe to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Paderborn is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs $81.52 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Paderborn bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paderborn station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Paderborn train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Paderborn Hbf station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Paderborn is 405 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Karlsruhe to Paderborn.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Paderborn?

Book your Karlsruhe to Paderborn train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Paderborn?

Book your Karlsruhe to Paderborn bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Paderborn?

There are 388+ hotels available in Paderborn. Prices start at $57.26 per night.
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