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The train between Papenburg and Essen takes 2h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Papenburg to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 40m
Duration
219 km
Distance
€45
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Papenburg, Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain train 35
2h 28m
€36–85

Papenburg to Essen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Papenburg and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Papenburg is at 7:03 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 40m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 218.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Papenburg, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Papenburg, Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 2h 9m.

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