From Zurich to Paderborn by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Zurich to Paderborn by train. With 22 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train tickets between Zurich and Paderborn

The cheapest train tickets from Zurich to Paderborn start at €115.33. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Zurich to Paderborn is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 11 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train times for travel between Zurich and Paderborn

If you are taking the train from Zurich to Paderborn, you will have 22 trains each day (with a departure every 32 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:08. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:59. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:59, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:02.

How long does the train from Zurich to Paderborn take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 6 hours and 52 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 483 kilometres.

Booking Zurich to Paderborn trains in advance

Booking your Zurich to Paderborn tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 11 months before departure.

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Making the most of your trip to Paderborn

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Paderborn.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Zurich to Paderborn by train?

The train route from Zurich to Paderborn covers 483 kilometres.

What is the Zurich to Paderborn train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs €115.33. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Zurich to Paderborn?

Tickets for this journey become available 11 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Zurich to Paderborn by train?

The fastest journey is 6 hours and 52 minutes.