- Must visit
Besucherzentrum Meyer Werft
Visitor centre at Meyer Werft with shipbuilding exhibitions and views linked to one of Papenburg’s best-known industries.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Papenburg
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
- Cheapest price on 03 Nov
- £116
- Average ticket price on 03 Nov
- £116
- Fastest journey on 03 Nov
- 5 h 4 m
- Average journey duration on 03 Nov
- 5 h 4 m
- Trains on 03 Nov
- 12
- Distance
- 236 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Papenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Papenburg will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
Fast trains
To travel from Rotterdam to Papenburg you need to make at least 3 changes.
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5:24 5h30 Rotterdam 10:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 4 changes7:50 5h04 Rotterdam 12:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 4 changes7:50 5h04 Rotterdam 12:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 3 changes9:50 5h04 Rotterdam 14:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 4 changes9:50 5h04 Rotterdam 14:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 3 changes
7:50 5h04 Rotterdam 12:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 4 changes7:50 5h04 Rotterdam 12:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 3 changes9:50 5h04 Rotterdam 14:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 4 changes9:50 5h04 Rotterdam 14:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 3 changes11:50 5h04 Rotterdam 16:54 Papenburg £116 1 One-way 4 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Papenburg
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Rotterdam to Papenburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 236 km distance in 3h 34m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance 236 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 1:10 |
Last train 20:37 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Frequently asked questions about your Rotterdam to Papenburg trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rotterdam to Papenburg.
The cost of a train ticket from Rotterdam to Papenburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £62.
The train journey from Rotterdam to Papenburg covers a distance of 236 km and takes approximately 3h 34m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Rotterdam to Papenburg is 236 km.
The first train from Rotterdam to Papenburg leaves at 1:10.
The last train from Rotterdam to Papenburg departs at 20:37.
Trains from Rotterdam to Papenburg run approximately 11 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Rotterdam to Papenburg.
Live departures
Rotterdam to Papenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Papenburg trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:50 Rotterdam | 4h47 | 13:37 Papenburg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Rotterdam to Papenburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Rotterdam and Papenburg from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 34m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£44
Deutsche Bahn frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Rotterdam and Papenburg
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a night train from Rotterdam to Papenburg.
Complete guide to Papenburg
Things to do in Papenburg
Discover the best of Papenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Papenburg trip today.
- Recommended
Museumsschiff Friederike von Papenburg
Maritime museum with historic ships, exhibitions and harbour views, explaining Papenburg’s shipbuilding heritage in an engaging waterside setting.
- Recommended
Freilichtmuseum von-Velen-Anlage
Open-air museum with a working windmill and historic buildings, showing rural life and local craftsmanship in the Emsland region.
- Must visit
Hauptkanal
Canal-side main street lined with bridges, historic houses and shops, ideal for a first walk through Papenburg’s characteristic urban layout.
- Recommended
Untenende
Shorter canal promenade with attractive waterside views and local character, well suited to a relaxed stroll near the centre.
- Recommended
Obenende
Historic district of older settlement areas and canals, appreciated for its quieter atmosphere and traditional Papenburg townscape.
- Gluten-free
Grünkohl mit Pinkel
A hearty kale dish from North-West Germany, traditionally cooked with sausage and bacon and served in winter. It is a regional staple across Emsland and East Frisia.
- Gluten-free
Räucheraal
Smoked eel from local rivers and nearby coastal waters, valued for its rich flavour and long-standing place in northern German fish cookery.
Brathering
Pan-fried small herring, usually eaten whole with onions or potatoes. It is a classic North Sea and Lower Saxony fish dish.
Restaurant Engeln
Stylish hotel restaurant serving modern German and international dishes, suited to a quieter dinner with polished service.
Altes Gasthaus Kuhr
Traditional German restaurant with regional meat and fish dishes in a relaxed, established setting popular with locals and visitors.
Restaurant Hilling am Stadtpark
Casual waterside venue known for fish, schnitzel and hearty northern dishes, with an easy-going atmosphere near the canal.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: hotels and meals are fairly priced, and local transport is limited, so most visitors spend mainly on dining and accommodation.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
Plan your visit to Papenburg
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Papenburg.
The train journey from Rotterdam to Papenburg offers scenic views, including the picturesque Dutch countryside, charming towns, and waterways, enhancing the travel experience.
FAQs: Rotterdam to Papenburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Papenburg 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 Papenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Rotterdam to Papenburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Rotterdam to Papenburg.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Papenburg
Most Rotterdam to Papenburg trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Aschendorf station pair, with some services arriving at Papenburg(Ems). Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Papenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Rotterdam
Arrival train stations in Papenburg
Which Rotterdam station do trains to Papenburg leave from?
Trains from Rotterdam to Papenburg leave from Rotterdam Centraal. The station is 1 km from Rotterdam city centre at Stationsplein 1, 3013 AJ Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Rotterdam CentraalStationsplein 1, 3013 AJ Rotterdam, Netherlands+31 302357822
City-centre transport
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
BusStopbus ipv trein · 9m
4 · 10m · £2
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam BlaakBlaak 1, 3011 TA Rotterdam, Netherlands+31 30 235 7822
City-centre transport
Getting to Rotterdam Blaak from Rotterdam city centre
TrainSprinter, Intercity · 3m · £1 · every ~16 min
Tram1, 11 · 6m · £1 · every ~14 min
Rotterdam Blaak train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Blaak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
Rotterdam NoordBergweg 273, 3037 EM Rotterdam, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Rotterdam Noord from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSprinter · 5m · £1 · every ~4 min
BusStopbus ipv trein · 11m
Tram4, 6 · 12m · £2 · every ~14 min
Rotterdam Noord train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Which Papenburg station do trains from Rotterdam arrive at?
Trains from Rotterdam to Papenburg most often arrive at Aschendorf. Some services arrive at Papenburg(Ems), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Papenburg arrival station.
AschendorfAschendorf, Zur Waage 1, 26871 Papenburg
City-centre transport
Getting to Aschendorf from Papenburg city centre
Aschendorf is 5 km from Papenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus963, 974, 965 · 14m · every ~2 min
974, 965 · 15m · every ~1 min
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.
Papenburg(Ems)Papenburg (Ems), Bahnhofstr. 21, 26871 Papenburg
City-centre transport
Getting to Papenburg(Ems) from Papenburg city centre
Papenburg(Ems) is 1 km from Papenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus600 · 4m
600 · 5m
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.
Train stations for Rotterdam to Papenburg
Check train stations information for Rotterdam and Papenburg, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Rotterdam that goes to Papenburg is Rotterdam Centraal, and it arrives at Aschendorf.
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