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  • Departure time: 24 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 24 August at
    Destination city: Paderborn
    Destination location: Paderborn Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 24 August at
    Destination city: Paderborn
    Destination location: Paderborn Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 24 August at
    Destination city: Paderborn
    Destination location: Paderborn Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 24 August at
    Destination city: Paderborn
    Destination location: Paderborn Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche BahnDeutsche Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 19 August at
    Destination city: Paderborn
    Destination location: Paderborn Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Paderborn

Bus
Average priceUS$27 - US$37Average duration6h 30m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$22 - US$49Average duration1h 46m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Essen to Paderborn

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Paderborn. The journey takes about 1 hour 46 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
1h 46mAverage duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Paderborn: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$27
Average bus trip duration6h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure16:15
Distance77 miles
Latest bus departure17:45

Essen to Paderborn Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Paderborn

  1. What's the distance between Essen and Paderborn by coach?

    The journey from Essen to Paderborn by coach covers an approximate distance of 78 miles (125 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Essen to Paderborn without a car?

    The best way to go from Essen to Paderborn without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Essen to Paderborn but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Essen to Paderborn, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Essen to Paderborn will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Essen to Paderborn while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Paderborn?

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