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Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$103
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$207
Fastest journey on Sep 17
7 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
8 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 17
3
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Papenburg to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Papenburg to Paris will cost around $207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 3 trains from Papenburg to Paris, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 588 km distance in an average of 8 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 51 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 8 h 55 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 Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $115 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $115, while a flight costs an average of $533.
Distance: 365 miles (588 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$200 Average price | $115 Average price Cheapest | $533 Average price | $138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 32m Average total duration 12h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Papenburg to Paris:
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Papenburg to Paris costing on average $200 (€163).
A bus is $418 (€340) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Papenburg to Paris costing on average $533 (€434).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
Bus takes on average 12h 2m.
You'll arrive about 1h 38m sooner (6h 51m by train vs 8h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $200 (€163) compared to roughly $138 (€112) 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 Paris 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 |
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![]() | 7:21 AM Papenburg | 8h55 | 4:16 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 AM Papenburg | 7h51 | 4:46 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:21 AM Papenburg | 8h25 | 5:46 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Papenburg to Paris run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $129 (€105) but you can travel from only $76 (€61) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 365 miles (588 km) distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 365 miles (588 km) |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $129 (€105) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 6:17 AM |
Last train 7:07 PM |
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Paris Gare du Nord -> Châtelet–Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Papenburg to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Papenburg to Paris trains use the Papenburg(Ems) to Paris Gare du Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Papenburg and Paris 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.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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