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Trip Summary
There are usually 50 daily train trips available from Chur to Paderborn. Traveling by train from Chur to Paderborn usually takes 11 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 8 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 338 mi (544 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 45m |
| Lowest price | $57.85 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Chur to Paderborn?
There are 3 train lines with service from Chur to Paderborn. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 37 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 9h 34m | $127.41 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 37 | 11h 9m | $115.50 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 11 | 12h 58m | $146.38 |
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 Chur to Paderborn start from $127, and on average cost . Daily there are 11 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Paderborn. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Chur leaves from Train Station . And in Paderborn trains arrive at Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus and one other train station.
From Chur to Paderborn train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 12 hours and 58 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 8 hours and 45 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Chur and Paderborn is approximately 338 miles, or 544 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 45 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.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Chur to Paderborn. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Chur at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 50 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 Chur.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chur?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Chur.
All train stations in Chur:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Paderborn?
Main arrival station: Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus
Paderborn receives travelers from Chur at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Paderborn:
Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus
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