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ICE 10284:590h55Essen Hbf5:54Münster (Westf) Hbf£71One-way0 changes- ICE 921 · ICE 9202:081h49Essen Hbf3:57Münster (Westf) Hbf£101One-way1 change
FlixTrain9:560h50Essen Hbf10:46Münster (Westf) Hbf£111One-way0 changes- 102410:461h07Essen Hbf1:53Münster (Westf) Hbf£511One-way0 changes
- FlixTrain9:560h50Essen Hbf10:46Münster (Westf) Hbf£111One-way0 changes
- ICE 10284:590h55Essen Hbf5:54Münster (Westf) Hbf£71One-way0 changes
- 102410:461h07Essen Hbf1:53Münster (Westf) Hbf£511One-way0 changes
- ICE 921 · ICE 9202:081h49Essen Hbf3:57Münster (Westf) Hbf£101One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Essen to Münster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen 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 1h 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 £7.
Distance: 70 km
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1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Essen to Münster train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Münster trains for today, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:00 Essen | 0h54 | 7:54 Münster | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:35 Essen | 0h49 | 8:24 Münster | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 30 July | |||||
| 10241 | 0:46 Essen Hbf | 1h07 | 1:53 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 921 · ICE 920 | Delayed 2:08 Essen Hbf | 1h49 | 2:07 2:07Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1028 | On time 4:59 Essen Hbf | 0h55 | 5:54 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Essen to Münster by coach or train
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Essen to Münster.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Münster
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Trains from Essen to Münster run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 49m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Essen to Münster trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Essen and Münster from £7. 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
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Essen to Münster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Münster 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 Münster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Münster
Most Essen to Münster trains use the Essen Hbf to Münster(Westf) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Münster Zentrum Nord. Use this guide to compare Essen and Münster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Essen station do trains to Münster leave from?
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen 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 and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Getting to Essen Süd from Essen city centre
Essen Süd is 1 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen Süd train station facilities and services
Essen Süd 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 and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Haus Wilmes, Mana Mana, Karawane
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Süd. ATMs are available at Essen Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Süd. Information desks are available at Essen Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Webers.
Getting to Essen-Steele Ost from Essen city centre
Essen-Steele Ost is 5 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Steele Ost train station facilities and services
Essen-Steele Ost 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 and drink
Food options include: Bootshaus Ruhreck, Bacchos, Döner, Eiscafe Kemmerling
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Steele Ost. ATMs are available at Essen-Steele Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Steele Ost. Information desks are available at Essen-Steele Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Steele Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen-Steele Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen-Steele Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Steele Ost.
Which Münster station do trains from Essen arrive at?
Getting to Münster(Westf) Hbf from Münster city centre
Münster(Westf) Hbf train station facilities and services
Münster(Westf) 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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Altes Gasthaus Leve, Asia Quick 2, Garbo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. ATMs are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Information desks are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include H4 Hotel, Central Hotel, Marco Polo, Martinihof.
Getting to Münster Zentrum Nord from Münster city centre
Münster Zentrum Nord is 2 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster Zentrum Nord train station facilities and services
Münster Zentrum Nord 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 and drink
Food options include: Schwarzwaldhütte, Domino's, Torino, Maya Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. ATMs are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Information desks are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Getting to Münster-Mecklenbeck from Münster city centre
Münster-Mecklenbeck is 5 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster-Mecklenbeck train station facilities and services
Münster-Mecklenbeck 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 and drink
Food options include: Grill, Eis Cafe Delizioso, Pizza Venezia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. ATMs are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Information desks are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
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