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Trip Summary
54 trains operate daily from Kraków to Paderborn. The train trip from Kraków to Paderborn is usually about 15 hours and 57 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 11 hours and 16 minutes.
Distance | 500 mi (805 km) |
Fastest train | 11h 16m |
Lowest price | $50.09 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Kraków to Paderborn?
2 train services operate from Krakow to Paderborn. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 32 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 22 | 15h 34m | $108.66 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 32 | 16h 16m | $131.89 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Kraków to Paderborn start from $50, and on average cost . Daily there are 32 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Paderborn. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Krakow leaves from Central Station and one other station. And in Paderborn trains arrive at Paderborn Central Station and 4 other train stations.
From Kraków to Paderborn train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 16 hours and 16 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 11 hours and 16 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 28 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 Kraków and Paderborn is approximately 500 miles, or 805 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 15 hours and 57 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 16 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.
Trains from Kraków to Paderborn are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Kraków at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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 54 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 Kraków.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kraków?
Main departure station: Central Station
There are two stations in Kraków where you can board the train to Paderborn.
All train stations in Kraków:
Central Station
Krakow Plaszow
Where is the train station in Paderborn?
Main arrival station: Paderborn Central Station
There are more train stations and stops in Paderborn than most cities. Most trains from Kraków will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Paderborn:
All train stations in Paderborn:
Paderborn Central Station
Sennelager
Paderborn Kasseler Tor
Paderborn Nord
Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus
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