Zurich to Paderborn by train

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Overview: trains from Zurich to Paderborn

Find the key information for travelling by train from Zurich to Paderborn, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:08 View journey
Last train 23:02 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 6hr 52m View journey
Distance (km) 483
Trains / day 25 View all
Cheapest journey €65.58 View journey
Avg journey time 9hr 46m
Train operators 33

From Zurich to Paderborn by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Zurich to Paderborn by train. With 25 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 €65.58. 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 25 trains each day (with a departure every 31 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.

FAQs about the train journey from Zurich to Paderborn

Want to know more about your journey from Zurich to Paderborn? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Zurich to Paderborn covers 483 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.