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Trip Summary
There are usually 66 daily train trips available from Zoetermeer to Papenburg. Traveling by train from Zoetermeer to Papenburg usually takes 5 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 141 mi (228 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 20m |
| Lowest price | $35.53 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Zoetermeer to Papenburg
- DB Intercity tickets: $36 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: $39 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: $45 one-way
Which train should you take from Zoetermeer to Papenburg?
There are 3 train lines with service from Zoetermeer to Papenburg. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 61 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 15 | 5h 10m | $46.09 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 61 | 5h 42m | $58.90 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 24 | 5h 20m | $47.76 |
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 Zoetermeer to Papenburg start from $45, and on average cost . Daily there are 24 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Papenburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Zoetermeer leaves from Train Station and 2 other stations. And in Papenburg trains arrive at Papenburg(Ems) and one other train station.
From Zoetermeer to Papenburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Papenburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 20 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Zoetermeer and Papenburg is approximately 141 miles, or 228 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 20 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 departing from Zoetermeer to Papenburg tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Zoetermeer at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 66 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 Papenburg to Zoetermeer.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Zoetermeer?
Main departure station: Train Station
Zoetermeer has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Papenburg.
All train stations in Zoetermeer:
Train Station
Zoetermeer Oost
Spoorpad
Where is the train station in Papenburg?
Main arrival station: Papenburg(Ems)
Papenburg receives travelers from Zoetermeer at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Papenburg:
Papenburg(Ems)
Aschendorf
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