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Trip Summary
You can pick from 90 daily train trips between Papenburg and Zoetermeer. The average train journey from Papenburg to Zoetermeer takes 6 hours and 30 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 4 hours and 25 minutes.
Distance | 141 mi (228 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 25m |
Lowest price | $19.24 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Papenburg to Zoetermeer?
There are 4 train lines with service from Papenburg to Zoetermeer. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 62 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 18 | 5h 16m | $40.69 |
Deutsche Bahn | 62 | 6h 32m | $58.13 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 27 | 7h 30m | $67.16 |
Non-federally owned railway company | 6 | 5h 18m | $41.69 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Papenburg to Zoetermeer start from $53, and on average cost . Daily there are 27 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Zoetermeer. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Papenburg leaves from Papenburg(Ems) and one other station. And in Zoetermeer trains arrive at Spoorpad and 2 other train stations.
From Papenburg to Zoetermeer train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 30 minutes. If you are looking to get to Zoetermeer faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 25 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 42 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Zoetermeer.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Papenburg to Zoetermeer start from $41, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Zoetermeer. Non-federally owned railway company in Papenburg leaves from Aschendorf and one other station. And in Zoetermeer trains arrive at Train Station and 2 other train stations.
From Papenburg to Zoetermeer train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 18 minutes. If you are looking to get to Zoetermeer faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 25 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Non-federally owned railway company offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Zoetermeer.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Papenburg and Zoetermeer is approximately 141 miles, or 228 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 25 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Papenburg to Zoetermeer are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Papenburg at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 90 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Zoetermeer to Papenburg.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Papenburg?
Main departure station: Papenburg(Ems)
There are two stations in Papenburg where you can board the train to Zoetermeer.
All train stations in Papenburg:
Papenburg(Ems)
Aschendorf
Where is the train station in Zoetermeer?
Main arrival station: Zoetermeer Oost
There are more train stations and stops in Zoetermeer than most cities. Most trains from Papenburg will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Zoetermeer:
All train stations in Zoetermeer:
Zoetermeer Oost
Train Station
Spoorpad
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