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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Paderborn Hbf | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Erfurt Hbf | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Paderborn Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Erfurt Hbf | Paderborn Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Erfurt to Paderborn
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Paderborn. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 341, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erfurt and Paderborn?
Erfurt
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Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Paderborn by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Erfurt to Paderborn?
The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Paderborn start from R 656. The average price for this train route is around R 996. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Paderborn?
The average train journey time from Erfurt to Paderborn is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 180 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Paderborn route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Paderborn?
The earliest train from Erfurt to Paderborn departs at 06:22. And the latest train departs at 20:18.
Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Paderborn?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Paderborn?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Erfurt to Paderborn?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Paderborn?
According to Busbud traveller 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 Erfurt to Paderborn was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 666To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Erfurt to Paderborn as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 666 to R 1 769 for a train ticket from Erfurt to Paderborn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 666, which is on 2025-12-15.
