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Paderborn - Leverkusen Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are 13 daily trains from Paderborn to Leverkusen. Traveling by train from Paderborn to Leverkusen usually takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 37 minutes.

Distance88 mi (142 km)
Fastest train2h 37m
Lowest priceUS$21.32
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company
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Which train should you take from Paderborn to Leverkusen?

There are 3 train lines with service from Paderborn to Leverkusen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 12 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity-Express12h 37mUS$34.17
Deutsche Bahn33h 12mUS$37.92
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company123h 36mUS$36.98
  • The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.

  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Paderborn to Leverkusen start from US$21, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Leverkusen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Paderborn leaves from Sennelager . And in Leverkusen trains arrive at Opladen and 2 other train stations.

    From Paderborn to Leverkusen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Leverkusen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 37 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Paderborn to Leverkusen. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
The distance between Paderborn and Leverkusen is approximately 88 miles, or 142 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 37 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains from Paderborn to Leverkusen are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Paderborn at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 13 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Leverkusen to Paderborn.

City Information

Leverkusen

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Leverkusen is a small city in the west of Germany. This comparatively young city owes much of its growth to the chemical and pharmaceutical industry.

Although Leverkusen may not be on your radar, what puts this city on the map is the BayArena. Around 30,000 football fans gather at the arena to watch Bayer Leverkusen play, and daily tours are available for those who arrive when it's not a match day.

Another popular attraction in the city is the impressive Japanese Gardens. You'll quickly forget which continent you're in while you stroll through these serene gardens with koi ponds, small wooden bridges, Japanese maple trees, and lanterns. The tea pavilion in the center makes for great photos, especially when the surrounding trees blossom.

If you're in town to shop, visit the vast Rathaus-Galerie mall to indulge in shopping the German and international brands and dining at one of the many cafes and restaurants.

Leverkusen is located close to two international airports, Cologne-Bonn and Dusseldorf. High-speed trains run to these cities, and slower regional trains offer connections to Leverkusen. Other destinations throughout Europe are accessible via rail or intercity bus, so continuing from Leverkusen to Brussels or Amsterdam is a piece of cake.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Paderborn?

Main departure station: Sennelager

There is one train station in Paderborn.

All train stations in Paderborn:

  • Sennelager

Where is the train station in Leverkusen?

Main arrival station: Opladen

There are more train stations and stops in Leverkusen than most cities. Most trains from Paderborn will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Leverkusen:

Train stations in Leverkusen:

  • Opladen

  • Leverkusen-Küppersteg

  • Leverkusen-Rheindorf

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