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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Papenburg is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Papenburg is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Papenburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Papenburg, Bahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Cologne to Papenburg?

The distance between Cologne and Papenburg is 298 km. The road distance is 271.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Papenburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs €25 - €40.

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

The train from Cologne Hbf to Papenburg, Bahnhof takes 3h 8m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Papenburg train from?

Cologne to Papenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Papenburg train arrive?

Cologne to Papenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Papenburg, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Papenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Papenburg is 271 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Cologne to Papenburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Papenburg?

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Where can I stay near Papenburg?

There are 626+ hotels available in Papenburg.

Cologne to Papenburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne 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
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Papenburg, Bahnhof35
3h 8m
€25–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Münster-MitteMykolayiv
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Papenburg, Bahnhof35
4h 25m
Drive 271.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Papenburg271.5 km
2h 22m
€39–55
Train via Rheine
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to RheineRe
2. Take the train from Rheine, Bahnhof to Papenburg, Bahnhof35
5h 2m
€62–79

Cologne to Papenburg by train

41Weekly Trains

3h 8mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 297.7 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Papenburg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Papenburg, Bahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €25–40 and the journey takes 3h 8m.

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