What is the best way to travel from Paderborn to Essen?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Essen from Paderborn. 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!
What is the cheapest way to reach Essen from Paderborn?
You can get to Essen with just $22 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Deutsche Bahn5h 35m012:23 AMPaderbornCentral Station5:58 AMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 12:23:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 5:58:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 48m03:10 PMPaderbornCentral Station4:58 PMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 3:10:00 PM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 4:58:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 48m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 46m06:21 AMPaderbornCentral Station8:07 AMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 6:21:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 8:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 52m07:15 AMPaderbornCentral Station9:07 AMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 7:15:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 9:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 46m08:21 AMPaderbornCentral Station10:07 AMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 8:21:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 10:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 46m
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FlixBus4h 45m08:05 AMPaderbornMaspernplatz Bus Stop12:50 PMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Maspernplatz Bus Stop, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 8:05:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus4h 45m08:05 AMPaderbornMaspernplatz Bus Stop12:50 PMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Maspernplatz Bus Stop, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/29/2025 8:05:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus4h 45m08:05 AMPaderbornMaspernplatz Bus Stop12:50 PMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Maspernplatz Bus Stop, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/31/2025 8:05:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Paderborn to Essen?
You can get to Essen from Paderborn in just 1h 46m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. 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.
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Deutsche Bahn1h 46m06:21 AMPaderbornCentral Station8:07 AMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 6:21:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 8:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 46m08:21 AMPaderbornCentral Station10:07 AMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 8:21:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 10:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 48m03:10 PMPaderbornCentral Station4:58 PMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 3:10:00 PM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 4:58:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 48m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 52m07:15 AMPaderbornCentral Station9:07 AMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 7:15:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 9:07:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 35m012:23 AMPaderbornCentral Station5:58 AMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 12:23:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 5:58:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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FlixBus4h 45m08:05 AMPaderbornMaspernplatz Bus Stop12:50 PMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Maspernplatz Bus Stop, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/27/2025 8:05:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Fastest Trains Sunday
Fastest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus4h 45m08:05 AMPaderbornMaspernplatz Bus Stop12:50 PMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Maspernplatz Bus Stop, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/29/2025 8:05:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus4h 45m08:05 AMPaderbornMaspernplatz Bus Stop12:50 PMEssenCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Maspernplatz Bus Stop, Paderborn (Germany) at 7/31/2025 8:05:00 AM to Central Station, Essen (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Paderborn to Essen
What are the most popular stations in Paderborn and Essen?
In Paderborn, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Nord Train Station or Kasseler Tor Train Station, while in Essen you will be arriving at Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, 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 Essen from Paderborn? With 2 connections between 2 Train and Bus 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 Paderborn and Essen, you can pay as low as $22 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Essen in just 1h 46m.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 Paderborn and Essen are Deutsche Bahn 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 Paderborn and Essen 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 Bad Lippspringe or to Gelsenkirchen, and look at flights from Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf 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 Paderborn to Essen?
The most popular companies between Paderborn and Essen, are Deutsche Bahn 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 Paderborn to Essen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Paderborn to Essen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Paderborn to Essen
How can I reach Essen from Paderborn?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Essen from Paderborn.
How far is Essen from Paderborn?
The distance between Paderborn and Essen is 77.2 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Paderborn and Essen?
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 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 21 kgs, and a flight 31 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Paderborn to Essen?
You can get to Essen with just $22 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Paderborn to Essen?
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 Essen in just 1h 46m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Paderborn and to Essen
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Paderborn and to Essen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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- Frankfurt am Main to Paderborn
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- Kołobrzeg to Paderborn
- Munich to Paderborn
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- Wroclaw to Paderborn
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- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Essen
- Amsterdam to Essen
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- Bremen to Essen
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- Dusseldorf to Essen
- Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen
- Frankfurt am Main to Essen
- Hamburg to Essen
- Istanbul to Essen
- Kołobrzeg to Essen
- Leverkusen to Essen
- Lodz to Essen
- Munich to Essen
- Nuremberg to Essen
- Paris to Essen
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