The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Münster
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Münster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Münster will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 15 trains that leave Cologne for Münster every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.
IC 2204 · RB 52320
IC 2202 · RB 14888
IC 2310
ICE 206
IC 2310 · RB 14715
IC 2310
ICE 206
ICE 616
IC 2310 · RB 14715
IC 2202 · RB 14888Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Münster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Münster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 124 km
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2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Cologne to Münster train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 920 | Delayed 01:09 01:09Cologne Hbf | 2h04 | 03:12 03:12Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 920+ WFB 90266 | Delayed 01:09 01:09Cologne Hbf | 2h56 | 04:05 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 1 change | |
ICE 920 · RB 14880 | Delayed 01:09 01:09Cologne Hbf | 3h32 | 04:42 04:42Münster-Mecklenbeck | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 5 November | |||||
ICE 616 · RB 20210 | On time 07:16 Cologne Hbf | 1h57 | 09:13 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 1 change | |
ICE 616 · RB 14712 | On time 07:16 Cologne Hbf | 1h58 | 09:14 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 1 change | |
ICE 616 | 07:16 Cologne Hbf | 1h43 | 08:59 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 824 · RE 10119 | On time 07:17 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h05 | 09:22 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 824 · RE 10119 · RB 52318 | On time 07:17 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h21 | 09:38 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2 changes | |
RE 28508 · RE 10211 | On time 07:31 Cologne Hbf | 2h04 | 09:35 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2310 | On time 08:05 Cologne Hbf | 1h40 | 09:45 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2310 · RB 14715 | On time 08:05 Cologne Hbf | 1h51 | 09:56 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 1 change | |
ICE 206 · RB 14714 | On time 08:11 Cologne Hbf | 2h03 | 10:14 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 1 change | |
ICE 206 · RB 20212 | On time 08:11 Cologne Hbf | 2h02 | 10:13 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 1 change | |
ICE 206 | Delayed 08:11 Cologne Hbf | 1h43 | 10:08 10:08Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2204 · RB 52320 | On time 08:38 Cologne Hbf | 2h00 | 10:38 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 1 change | |
ICE 614 · RB 14716 | On time 09:11 Cologne Hbf | 2h03 | 11:14 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 1 change | |
ICE 202 · RB 14718 | On time 10:11 Cologne Hbf | 2h03 | 12:14 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 1 change | |
IC 2202 · RB 14888 | On time 10:46 Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 12:41 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Münster
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express from Cologne to Münster trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express trains will get you between Cologne and Münster from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
National Express
FAQs: Cologne to Münster train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Münster
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
- Monday: 07:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Tuesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Wednesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Thursday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Friday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Zum Piccolo
- Kolpinghaus
- Pizzeria Marco Polo
- Grill Stube
- Pension Europa
- Hotel Geisler
- The niu Mill
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- Subway
- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
- Couchsnacks
- Secco
- Bistro Lotus
- Ganesha
- Flandrischer Hof
- Lasthaus am Ring
- The Ascot Hotel
- Lindner Hotel City Plaza Cologne
- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
- Haus Wester
- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- Stammhaus
- Hofcafé Gut Clarenhof
- GolfCity Bistro
- Pizza Paradies
- Sushi Bar GAN-MI
- Potato and More
- Im Rauchfang
- Garten Hotel Ponick
- Hotel Osteria Centovini
- Goethe
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Monday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- McDonald's
- Altes Gasthaus Leve
- Asia Quick 2
- Garbo
- H4 Hotel
- Central Hotel
- Marco Polo
- Martinihof
- Eiscafe Venedig
- Altes Gasthaus Freitag
- Zur Davert
- Papageno
- Gaststätte Haus Bröcker
- Zum Kupferteller
- Zur Prinzenbrücke
- Zur Prinzenbrücke
- Ambiente
- Schwarzwaldhütte
- Domino's
- Torino
- Maya Grill
- Zur alten Mitte
- Sandruper Baum
- Trattoria La Bruschetta
- Grill
- Eis Cafe Delizioso
- Pizza Venezia
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