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What is the best way to travel from Hamburg to Paderborn?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool, Buses and Trains for the journey to Paderborn from Hamburg. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 55m
$19
$21
1
Train
4h 19m
$31
$31
292
Car
3h 10m
$22
$25
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Paderborn from Hamburg?

You can get to Paderborn with just $19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $31
Saturday
from $19
Sunday
from $23
Monday
Tuesday
from $22
Wednesday
Thursday

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 28m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    12:03 AM
    Paderborn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 30m
    0
    3:11 AM
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    7:41 AM
    Paderborn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 46m
    0
    3:11 AM
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    7:57 AM
    Paderborn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 58m
    0
    3:11 AM
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    8:09 AM
    Paderborn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:45 PM
    Paderborn
    Maspernplatz Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:45 PM
    Paderborn
    Maspernplatz Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23

    • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Hamburg Airport
    1:40 PM
    Paderborn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $28

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Hamburg Airport
    8:40 PM
    Paderborn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $22

What are the fastest trips from Hamburg to Paderborn?

You can get to Paderborn from Hamburg in just 3h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Friday
from 4h 19m
Saturday
from 4h 55m
Sunday
from 3h 10m
Monday
Tuesday
from 3h 10m
Wednesday
Thursday

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 19m
    0
    4:46 AM
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    9:05 AM
    Paderborn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 30m
    0
    3:11 AM
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    7:41 AM
    Paderborn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 46m
    0
    3:11 AM
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    7:57 AM
    Paderborn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 58m
    0
    3:11 AM
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    8:09 AM
    Paderborn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:45 PM
    Paderborn
    Maspernplatz Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Hamburg Airport
    1:40 PM
    Paderborn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $28

    • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:45 PM
    Paderborn
    Maspernplatz Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Hamburg Airport
    8:40 PM
    Paderborn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $22
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Hamburg to Paderborn

What are the most popular stations in Hamburg and Paderborn?

In Hamburg, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Harburg Train Station, while in Paderborn you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Kasseler Tor Train Station or Nord Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Paderborn from Hamburg? With 2 connections between 2 Carpool, Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Hamburg and Paderborn, you can pay as low as $19 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Paderborn in just 3h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Hamburg and Paderborn are Deutsche Bahn, BlaBlaCar and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Hamburg and Paderborn is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Hamburg Airport or to Bad Lippspringe, and look at flights from Hamburg Airport, and landing at Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Hamburg to Paderborn?

The most popular companies between Hamburg and Paderborn, are Deutsche Bahn, BlaBlaCar and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Hamburg to Paderborn

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Hamburg to Paderborn. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Hamburg to Paderborn

How can I reach Paderborn from Hamburg?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Carpool, Bus and Train, with which you can get to Paderborn from Hamburg.

How far is Paderborn from Hamburg?

The distance between Hamburg and Paderborn is 136.8 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Hamburg and Paderborn?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 37 kgs, and a flight 54 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Hamburg to Paderborn?

You can get to Paderborn with just $19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Paderborn in just 3h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Hamburg and to Paderborn

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Hamburg and to Paderborn. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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