The cheapest and fastest trains from Papenburg to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Papenburg to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Papenburg to Düsseldorf will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 trains that leave Papenburg for Düsseldorf every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:042h42Papenburg9:46Düsseldorf£261One-way0 changes
11:032h43Papenburg13:46Düsseldorf£461One-way0 changes
16:032h43Papenburg18:46Düsseldorf£481One-way0 changes
7:042h42Papenburg9:46Düsseldorf£261One-way0 changes
16:032h43Papenburg18:46Düsseldorf£481One-way0 changes
11:032h43Papenburg13:46Düsseldorf£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Papenburg to Düsseldorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Papenburg to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £28.
Distance: 211 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Papenburg to Düsseldorf train times
The table below shows live departures for Papenburg to Düsseldorf trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:03 Papenburg | 2h43 | 11:46 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:03 Papenburg | 2h43 | 13:46 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 29 July | |||||
![]() | 7:04 Papenburg | 2h42 | 9:46 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Papenburg to Düsseldorf
Trains from Papenburg to Düsseldorf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Papenburg to Düsseldorf trainsDeutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Papenburg and Düsseldorf from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
WestfalenBahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Papenburg to Düsseldorf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Papenburg to Düsseldorf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Papenburg and Düsseldorf
Most Papenburg to Düsseldorf trains use the Papenburg(Ems) to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Papenburg and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Papenburg station do trains to Düsseldorf leave from?
Getting to Papenburg(Ems) from Papenburg city centre
Papenburg(Ems) is 1 km from Papenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Papenburg(Ems) train station facilities and services
Papenburg(Ems) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosi's Grill, Olympia, Kim & Kim, Strandstulle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Papenburg(Ems). ATMs are available at Papenburg(Ems).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Papenburg(Ems). Information desks are available at Papenburg(Ems).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Papenburg(Ems). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Papenburg(Ems): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Papenburg(Ems): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Papenburg(Ems).
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alte Werft Papenburg, Apartment-Hotel Rüther, Rüther - Hotel, KEDI Hotel.
Getting to Aschendorf from Papenburg city centre
Aschendorf is 5 km from Papenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Aschendorf train station facilities and services
Aschendorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Aiytarun, Eiscafe Losengo, "Bei Gavino" Pizzaria, Pizza Camillo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aschendorf. ATMs are available at Aschendorf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aschendorf. Information desks are available at Aschendorf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aschendorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aschendorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aschendorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aschendorf.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains from Papenburg arrive at?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
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