What is the cheapest way to get from Leuven to Paderborn?

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Paderborn is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leuven to Paderborn?

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Paderborn is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Leuven Lüdenscheid and arriving at Paderborn via Antwerp and Bielefeld Brackwede train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Paderborn?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Paderborn. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Paderborn Hbf via Liege-Guillemins, Köln Hbf and Hamm(Westf)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Leuven to Paderborn?

The distance between Leuven and Paderborn is 385 km. The road distance is 335.1 km.

How do I travel from Leuven to Paderborn without a car?

The best way to get from Leuven to Paderborn without a car is to train via Hamm which takes 4h 58m and costs €65 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Leuven to Paderborn?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Leuven to Paderborn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Paderborn bus from?

Leuven to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Paderborn train from?

Leuven to Paderborn train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.

Train or bus from Leuven to Paderborn?

The best way to get from Leuven to Paderborn is to train via Hamm which takes 4h 58m and costs €65 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Leuven to Paderborn bus arrive?

Leuven to Paderborn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bielefeld Brackwede train station.

Where does the Leuven to Paderborn train arrive?

Leuven to Paderborn train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Paderborn?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Paderborn is 335 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Leuven to Paderborn.

How do I get a train ticket from Leuven to Paderborn?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leuven to Paderborn?

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Leuven to Paderborn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leuven to Paderborn by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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Train via Hamm
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hammtrain 10 / ...
4. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
4h 58m
€65–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp to Bielefeld Brackwede train stationbus N1328
8h 48m
€37–60
Drive 335.1 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Paderborncar 335.1 km
3h 24m
€54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen Hbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Duesseldorf Hbftrain Re
4. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
5h 40m
€80–181
Train #2
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Dortmund Hbftrain Tha
3. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
5h 50m
€115–221

Leuven to Paderborn by train

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Distance: 385 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Paderborn, Germany?

You can take a train from Louvain to Paderborn Hbf via Liege-Guillemins, Köln Hbf, and Hamm(Westf)Hbf in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp to Bielefeld Brackwede train station 3 times a week. Tickets cost €29–45 and the journey takes 5h.

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