Papenburg to Berlin train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Papenburg to Berlin

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 30

Cheapest price on Aug 30

€97

Average ticket price on Aug 30

€104

Fastest journey on Aug 30

4 h 39 m

Average journey duration on Aug 30

4 h 39 m

Trains on Aug 30

7

Distance

408 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Papenburg to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Papenburg to Berlin will cost around €104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €97.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Papenburg to Berlin without transferring at least once.

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    10:55 AM7h32
    Papenburg
    6:27 PMBerlin
    971One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    8:55 PM15h32
    Papenburg
    12:27 PMBerlin
    971One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    9:03 AM4h39
    Papenburg
    1:42 PMBerlin
    1071One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    11:03 AM4h39
    Papenburg
    3:42 PMBerlin
    1071One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    1:03 PM4h39
    Papenburg
    5:42 PMBerlin
    1071One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Papenburg to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Papenburg to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, while a flight costs an average of €458.

Distance: 253 miles (408 km)

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Bus
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Driving

€119

Average price

€48

Average price

Cheapest

€458

Average price

€76

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 8m

Average total duration

4h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 59m

Average total duration

7h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 55m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.4kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Papenburg to Berlin is a bus with an average price of €48.

This is compared to other travel options from Papenburg to Berlin:

A bus is €71 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Papenburg to Berlin costing on average €119.

A bus is €409 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Papenburg to Berlin costing on average €458.

The fastest way to travel from Papenburg to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 14m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 38m.

Bus takes on average 7h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Papenburg and Berlin including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Papenburg to Berlin among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 17m sooner (4h 38m by train vs 5h 55m by car). Tickets start at around €119 compared to roughly €76 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Papenburg to Berlin train times

The table below shows live departures for Papenburg to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)9:03 AM Papenburg
4h39
1:42 PM Berlin1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)10:55 AM Papenburg
7h32
6:27 PM Berlin1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)11:03 AM Papenburg
4h39
3:42 PM Berlin1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1:03 PM Papenburg
4h39
5:42 PM Berlin1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)3:03 PM Papenburg
4h39
7:42 PM Berlin1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5:03 PM Papenburg
4h40
9:43 PM Berlin1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Deutsche Bahn as well as WestfalenBahn or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Papenburg to Berlin.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Papenburg to Berlin.

Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of WestfalenBahn or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to find the best option for your trip from Papenburg to Berlin.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Papenburg to Berlin

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Trains from Papenburg to Berlin run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 253 miles (408 km) distance in 4h 13m.

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
Bus from €25
Distance
253 miles (408 km)
Average train duration
4h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
€58
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
4h 13m
First train
12:09 AM
Last train
11:52 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Best time to book
7 days
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
Bus from €25

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn from Papenburg to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn trains will get you between Papenburg and Berlin from €25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

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
4h 13m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€58
Deutsche Bahn frequency
21 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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

WestfalenBahn

About
WestfalenBahn is a train company offering regional trains in Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia in Northern Germany. Founded in 2005, it has been owned by Abellio Deutschland since 2017. WestfahlenBahn covers the RE15, RE60 and RE70 regional train routes serving cities like Emden, Braunschweig, Hanover, Münster and Bielefeld.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average WestfalenBahn Duration
4h 41m
Cheapest WestfalenBahn Price
€61
WestfalenBahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Europe: hostels and budget eats are reasonable, but hotels in central areas can be pricey. Transit is good value for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip is appreciated but not mandatory.

FAQs: Trains from Papenburg to Berlin

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Papenburg to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Papenburg to Berlin can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €58, while the average price is around €119.
The train from Papenburg to Berlin takes 4h 13m and runs 11 per day.
The first train from Papenburg to Berlin leaves at 12:09 AM.
The distance by train from Papenburg to Berlin is 253 miles (408 km).
The last train from Papenburg to Berlin leaves at 11:52 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Papenburg to Berlin.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Papenburg to Berlin.
The train station in Papenburg that goes to Berlin is Papenburg (Ems), which connects to Berlin Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Papenburg to Berlin is by bus, with a cost of around €25.
The train journey from Papenburg to Berlin offers a mix of scenic views, including picturesque countryside landscapes, small towns, and glimpses of the German countryside, though much of the route focuses on efficient travel between major urban centers.
A day trip from Papenburg to Berlin is not feasible as the travel time is 4h 13m. However, trains are available 15 times per day for the 253 miles (408 km) journey.
In Berlin, explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg, enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree, and visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark. Experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain and attend a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic. Discover iconic sights like the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, Reichstag Building, and Charlottenburg Palace.
To fully experience Berlin's major attractions, museums, and vibrant culture, spending about 3 to 4 days is ideal. This allows time to explore landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, and the Berlin Wall, while also enjoying the city's unique neighborhoods and cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Papenburg to Berlin.
Since both Papenburg and Berlin are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Berlin include Leipzig, Erfurt, Wolfsburg, Magdeburg, Brunswick.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Papenburg to Berlin among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Berlin, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport, Alexanderplatz, and popular tourist sites. Fake charity collectors and street vendors selling counterfeit goods are common scams. It's also advisable to avoid unlicensed taxi services and be wary of distraction techniques used by scammers to steal belongings. Staying alert in nightlife districts can help prevent theft and other safety issues.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Papenburg to Berlin

Most Papenburg to Berlin trains use the Papenburg(Ems) to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Spandau. Use this guide to compare Papenburg and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Papenburg
Arrival train stations in Berlin

Which Papenburg station do trains to Berlin leave from?

Trains from Papenburg to Berlin leave from Papenburg(Ems). The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Papenburg city centre at Papenburg (Ems), Bahnhofstr. 21, 26871 Papenburg.
Papenburg(Ems)Papenburg (Ems), Bahnhofstr. 21, 26871 PapenburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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.

AschendorfAschendorf, Zur Waage 1, 26871 PapenburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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.

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