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Trip Summary
144 trains operate daily from Erfurt to Paderborn. The train trip from Erfurt to Paderborn is usually about 5 hours and 30 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 56 minutes.
| Distance | 110 mi (178 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 56m |
| Lowest price | $35.62 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Erfurt to Paderborn?
There are 4 train lines with service from Erfurt to Paderborn. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 114 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 2 | 4h 24m | $63.94 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 12 | 7h 37m | $66.11 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 114 | 5h 23m | $78.66 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 42 | 5h 30m | $66.36 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
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 with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Erfurt to Paderborn start from $36, and on average cost . Daily there are 42 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Paderborn. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Erfurt leaves from Erfurt-Bischleben and 6 other stations. And in Paderborn trains arrive at Sennelager and 2 other train stations.
From Erfurt to Paderborn train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 30 minutes. If you are looking to get to Paderborn faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 56 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Erfurt to Paderborn on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Erfurt at 12:00am 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 144 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 Paderborn to Erfurt.
City Information
Erfurt
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Erfurt is the capital and largest city in the German state of Thuringia. Most of the city was built and designed in the Middle Ages, so prepare to be charmed by narrow pedestrian streets, quaint bridges, and gorgeous green spaces like the Egapark. As you stroll around the city center, keep your eyes peeled for as many as 25 churches of different architectural styles. A unique sight in Erfurt is the Krämerbrücke, or merchants' bridge, arguably the most popular attraction in the city. This 15th-century arched bridge has houses built on either side, in a design that was common in medieval Europe.
Fitting for a large city, Erfurt does not disappoint when it comes to dining options. The most popular local restaurants you should consider visiting are EAT Erfurt and Gasthaus Feuerkugel. Or simply stop at any of the many stalls offering Thüringer Bratwurst, a regional delicacy!
Although there is a small airport for Erfurt, the route options are very limited. Most air passengers will travel through the Frankfurt airport and connect to Erfurt via bus or train. Erfurt's train station is actually one of the central hubs of Germany's Deutsche Bahn rail system. Much of the train service to and from Erfurt is on high-speed trains, so journeys to Munich, Berlin, and Nuremberg take hardly any time. FlixBus connects Erfurt to many additional destinations via affordable bus trips.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Erfurt?
Main departure station: Kühnhausen
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 8 stops and stations in Erfurt where you can board the train.
All train stations in Erfurt:
Kühnhausen
Stotternheim
Erfurt-Bischleben
Vieselbach
Erfurt-Gispersleben
Erfurt Ost
Erfurt Central Train Station
Erfurt Nord
Where is the train station in Paderborn?
Main arrival station: Sennelager
There are more train stations and stops in Paderborn than most cities. Most trains from Erfurt will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Paderborn:
Train stations in Paderborn:
Sennelager
Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus
Paderborn Central Station
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