What is the cheapest way to get from Castricum to Papenburg?

The cheapest way to get from Castricum to Papenburg is to bus which costs €24 - €60 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castricum to Papenburg?

The fastest way to get from Castricum to Papenburg is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Castricum and Papenburg?

No, there is no direct train from Castricum to Papenburg. However, there are services departing from Castricum and arriving at Papenburg, Bahnhof via Amsterdam Centraal and Rheine, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Castricum to Papenburg?

The distance between Castricum and Papenburg is 328 km. The road distance is 252.5 km.

How do I travel from Castricum to Papenburg without a car?

The best way to get from Castricum to Papenburg without a car is to train via Rheine which takes 5h 59m and costs €65 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Castricum to Papenburg?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Castricum to Papenburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castricum to Papenburg train from?

Castricum to Papenburg train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Castricum to Papenburg?

The best way to get from Castricum to Papenburg is to train via Rheine which takes 5h 59m and costs €65 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €60 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Castricum to Papenburg train arrive?

Castricum to Papenburg train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Rheine station.

Can I drive from Castricum to Papenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Castricum to Papenburg is 253 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Castricum to Papenburg.

Where can I stay near Papenburg?

There are 633+ hotels available in Papenburg.

Castricum to Papenburg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Castricum to Papenburg by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Rheine
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to RheineIce / ...
2. Take the train from Rheine, Bahnhof to Papenburg, Bahnhof35
5h 59m
€66–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leer ZOB075 / ...
6h 17m
€24–58
Drive 252.5 km
1. Drive from Castricum to Papenburg252.5 km
2h 58m
€46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to GroningenIntercity
2. Take the train from Groningen to Leer(Ostfriesl)Re
6h 26m
€51–166
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Station to Leeuwarden, Busstation350
2. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Groningen
3. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Leer401
6h 50m
€43–64

Castricum to Papenburg by train

45Weekly Trains

5h 59mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328.1 km
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Castricum, Netherlands and Papenburg, Germany?

You can take a train from Castricum to Papenburg, Bahnhof via Amsterdam Centraal, Rheine, and Rheine, Bahnhof in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leer ZOB twice daily. Tickets cost €18–45 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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