How to get from Paderborn to Velen by bus and train?

From Paderborn to Velen by bus and train

To get from Paderborn to Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RE11 train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof station to Dortmund Hbf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RB51 train and finally take the R51 bus from Coesfeld, Bahnhof station to Velen, Ellinghaus station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Paderborn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Velen on the Moovit app.

208min
Walk to train station
Train - RE11RE11
Train - RB51RB51
Bus - R51R51
Leaves from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof
    480 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - RE11RE11
    Wait for train
    RE11
    Düsseldorf Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    67 min
  • 4
    Train - RB51RB51
    Wait for train
    RB51
    Enschede
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Coesfeld, Bahnhof
    60 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Coesfeld, Bahnhof
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - R51R51
    Wait for bus
    R51
    Bocholt, Bustreff/Zoh Bstg B1
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Velen, Ellinghaus
    Ride to bus station
    Velen, Ellinghaus
    32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Paderborn to Velen by bus and train via RE11, RB51 and R61

To get from Paderborn to Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RE11 train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof station to Dortmund Hbf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RB51 train and finally take the R61 bus from Coesfeld, Bahnhof station to Hochmoor, Sparkasse station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Paderborn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Velen on the Moovit app.

235min
Walk to train station
Train - RE11RE11
Train - RB51RB51
Bus - R61R61
Walk to Velen
Leaves from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof
    480 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - RE11RE11
    Wait for train
    RE11
    Düsseldorf Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    67 min
  • 4
    Train - RB51RB51
    Wait for train
    RB51
    Enschede
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Coesfeld, Bahnhof
    60 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Coesfeld, Bahnhof
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - R61R61
    Wait for bus
    R61
    Vreden, Busbahnhof Bstg A
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hochmoor, Sparkasse
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to Velen
    Walk to
    Velen
    3.59 km • 46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Paderborn to Velen

The distance between Paderborn, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Velen, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 194.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 208 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Paderborn to Velen by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Paderborn to Velen

To check the bus and train schedule from Paderborn to Velen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Paderborn) and destination (Velen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Paderborn to Velen by bus and train via RE11, RB51 and R61

To get from Paderborn to Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RE11 train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof station to Dortmund Hbf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RB51 train and finally take the R61 bus from Coesfeld, Bahnhof station to Hochmoor, Sparkasse station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Paderborn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Velen on the Moovit app.

235min
Walk to train station
Train - RE11RE11
Train - RB51RB51
Bus - R61R61
Walk to Velen
Leaves from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof
    480 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - RE11RE11
    Wait for train
    RE11
    Düsseldorf Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    67 min
  • 4
    Train - RB51RB51
    Wait for train
    RB51
    Enschede
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Coesfeld, Bahnhof
    60 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Coesfeld, Bahnhof
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - R61R61
    Wait for bus
    R61
    Vreden, Busbahnhof Bstg A
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hochmoor, Sparkasse
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to Velen
    Walk to
    Velen
    3.59 km • 46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Paderborn to Velen?

    The fastest way takes 208 minutes, using Train line RE11, Train line RB51, Bus line R51.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Paderborn to Velen?

    The alternative route takes 235 minutes, using Train line RE11, Train line RB51, Bus line R61.

  • Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Paderborn to Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    The RE11 train line goes from Düsseldorf Hbf station near Paderborn to Dortmund Hbf station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Dortmund Hbf station near Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • How long does it take to travel from Paderborn to Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Paderborn and Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train and bus is about 3 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Paderborn to get to Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get on the RE11 train from the Düsseldorf Hbf station near Paderborn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Paderborn and Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get off the train at the Dortmund Hbf stop, which is closest to Velen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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