The average train between Magdeburg and Paderborn takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Magdeburg to Paderborn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Magdeburg and Paderborn. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Magdeburg is at 8:04 PM which arrives into Paderborn at 12:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 50m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Magdeburg to Paderborn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Magdeburg to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg station and arriving at Paderborn station via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Magdeburg to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Magdeburg Hbf station.
Magdeburg to Paderborn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Paderborn-Kasseler Tor station.
Book your Magdeburg to Paderborn train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and NordWestBahn.
The distance between Magdeburg and Paderborn is 202.3 km. The road distance is 294 km.
You can take a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Paderborn-Kasseler Tor via Bielefeld Hbf in around 3h 46m.