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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Frankfurt Am Main to Paderborn

Composite routes from Frankfurt Am Main to Paderborn

Cheapest
2 h 15 min
Car
270 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Frankfurt central train station to Paderborn
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.99–$39.44

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Frankfurt to Kassel
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$50.89–$57.25
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Paderborn
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$38.17–$41.98
Train from Frankfurt to Paderborn
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$101.78

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:
$22.90–$33.08

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Frankfurt to Paderborn
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.27–$20.36

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn is to rideshare which costs $13.04 - $17.39 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt am Main and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfurt central train station station and arriving at Paderborn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Paderborn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Paderborn Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Paderborn is 296 km. The road distance is 271 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn without a car is to train via Kassel which takes 3h 21m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn bus from?

Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn train from?

Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn is to train via Kassel which takes 3h 21m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $33.70 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn bus arrive?

Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paderborn station.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn train arrive?

Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn is 271 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn?

Book your Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn?

Book your Frankfurt am Main 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.

Can I share a ride from Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Frankfurt am Main and Paderborn. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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