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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$34
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$70
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 53 m
Trains on Sep 17
2
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Papenburg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Papenburg to Hamburg will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 2 trains from Papenburg to Hamburg, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Papenburg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, while a train costs an average of $82.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Papenburg to Hamburg:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Papenburg to Hamburg costing on average $82 (€67).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (3h 5m by train vs 3h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $82 (€67) compared to roughly $43 (€35) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Papenburg to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:42 AM Papenburg | 3h33 | 10:15 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:04 AM Papenburg | 4h12 | 12:16 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Papenburg to Hamburg run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Papenburg to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Papenburg to Hamburg trains use the Papenburg(Ems) to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Airport. Use this guide to compare Papenburg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Papenburg(Ems) is 1 km from Papenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Rosi's Grill, Olympia, Kim & Kim, Strandstulle
Wi-Fi is available at Papenburg(Ems). ATMs are available at Papenburg(Ems).
Ticket office support is available at Papenburg(Ems). Information desks are available at Papenburg(Ems).
Luggage storage is available at Papenburg(Ems). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Papenburg(Ems): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Papenburg(Ems): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Papenburg(Ems).
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alte Werft Papenburg, Apartment-Hotel Rüther, Rüther - Hotel, KEDI Hotel.
Aschendorf is 5 km from Papenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Aiytarun, Eiscafe Losengo, "Bei Gavino" Pizzaria, Pizza Camillo
Wi-Fi is available at Aschendorf. ATMs are available at Aschendorf.
Ticket office support is available at Aschendorf. Information desks are available at Aschendorf.
Luggage storage is available at Aschendorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aschendorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aschendorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aschendorf.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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