What is the cheapest way to get from Papenburg to Hamburg?

The cheapest way to get from Papenburg to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €11 - €13 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Papenburg to Hamburg?

The fastest way to get from Papenburg to Hamburg is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Papenburg and Hamburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Papenburg to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Ppbg, Gasthauskanal/Wiek re and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof via Leer ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Papenburg and Hamburg?

No, there is no direct train from Papenburg to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Papenburg, Bahnhof and arriving at Hamburg Hbf via Leer(Ostfriesl) and Bremen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Papenburg to Hamburg?

The distance between Papenburg and Hamburg is 230 km. The road distance is 226.2 km.

How do I travel from Papenburg to Hamburg without a car?

The best way to get from Papenburg to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €40 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Papenburg to Hamburg?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Papenburg to Hamburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Papenburg to Hamburg bus from?

Papenburg to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leer ZOB station.

Where do I catch the Papenburg to Hamburg train from?

Papenburg to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leer(Ostfriesl) station.

Train or bus from Papenburg to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Papenburg to Hamburg is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €40 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Papenburg to Hamburg bus arrive?

Papenburg to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Papenburg to Hamburg train arrive?

Papenburg to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bremen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Papenburg to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Papenburg to Hamburg is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Papenburg to Hamburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Papenburg to Hamburg?

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Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1590+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Papenburg to Hamburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Papenburg and Hamburg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 4 ways to get from Papenburg to Hamburg by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Bremen Hbftrain 56 / ...
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 42 / ...
3h 6m
€42–213
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Papenburg to Hamburgrideshare 226.7 km
2h 55m
€11–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leer ZOB to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N44 / ...
5h 20m
€19–35
Drive 226.2 km
1. Drive from Papenburg to Hamburgcar 226.2 km
2h 27m
€33–47

Papenburg to Hamburg by train

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Distance: 230 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Papenburg, Bahnhof to Hamburg Hbf via Leer(Ostfriesl) and Bremen Hbf in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leer ZOB to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof twice daily. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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