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Magdeburg to Paderborn train

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Magdeburg - Paderborn Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

144 trains operate daily from Magdeburg to Paderborn. The train trip from Magdeburg to Paderborn is usually about 5 hours and 14 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 36 minutes.

Distance125 mi (202 km)
Fastest train3h 36m
Lowest price€34.41
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Magdeburg to Paderborn?

2 train services operate from Magdeburg to Paderborn. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 118 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn1185h 6m€40.74
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company265h 54m€41.33
  • 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 Magdeburg to Paderborn start from €34, and on average cost . Daily there are 26 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Paderborn. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Magdeburg leaves from Beyendorf and 4 other stations. And in Paderborn trains arrive at Sennelager and one other train station.

    From Magdeburg to Paderborn train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 54 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 3 hours and 36 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 26 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Paderborn.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Magdeburg and Paderborn is approximately 125 miles, or 202 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 14 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 36 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Magdeburg to Paderborn on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Magdeburg at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 Magdeburg.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Magdeburg?

Main departure station: Magdeburg-Salbke

Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 5 stops and stations in Magdeburg where you can board the train.

All train stations in Magdeburg:

  • Magdeburg-Salbke

  • Magdeburg Südost

  • Magdeburg-Rothensee

  • Magdeburg-Eichenweiler

  • Beyendorf

Where is the train station in Paderborn?

Main arrival station: Sennelager

Paderborn receives travelers from Magdeburg at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Paderborn:

  • Sennelager

  • Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus

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