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Magritte Museum
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£71
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 9 m
Trains on 17 Sept
31
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Münster to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Münster to Brussels will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Münster to Brussels you need to make at least one change.
ICE 205 · ICE 318
52349 · ICE 205 · ICE 318
IC 2348 · ICE 18
ICE 205 · 26832 · ICE 318
ICE 1037 · ICE 10
ICE 1033 · ICE 14
ICE 2311 · ICE 12
ICE 1037 · ICE 10
IC 2201 · ICE 310 · IC 3637
IC 2201 · ICE 310 · IC 3637Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Münster to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £302.
Distance: 259 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £302 Average Price | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Münster to Brussels:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Münster to Brussels costing on average £65.
A coach is £268 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Münster to Brussels costing on average £302.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 1m.
Flight takes on average 5h 33m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (3h 51m by train vs 4h 6m by car). Tickets start at around £65 compared to roughly £45 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 Münster to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2348 · ICE 18 | On time 5:02 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h33 | 9:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
52307 · ICE 103 · ICE 316 | On time 6:47 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h48 | 11:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 103 · ICE 316 | On time 7:02 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h33 | 11:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
ICE 119 · ICE 121 · ICE 316 | On time 7:06 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h29 | 11:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
52309 · 10114 · 26410 · 18926 | 7:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 5h44 | 13:03 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
10114 · 26410 · 18926 · IC 534 | 7:37 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 5h26 | 13:03 Brussels-Midi | 3 changes | |
52315 · ICE 105 · ICE 16 | On time 8:47 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h48 | 13:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 105 · ICE 16 | On time 9:02 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h33 | 13:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
20207 · ICE 107 · ICE 314 | On time 10:39 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h56 | 15:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 107 · ICE 314 | On time 11:02 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h33 | 15:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
14716 · IC 2201 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 | 12:01 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h47 | 16:48 Brussels-Midi | 3 changes | |
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 | On time 12:02 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h35 | 16:37 Brussels-North | 2 changes | |
ICE 519 · ICE 14 | On time 12:02 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 5h24 | 17:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
90021 · ICE 952 · ICE 14 | On time 12:10 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 5h16 | 17:26 Brussels-North | 2 changes | |
IC 2201 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 | On time 12:30 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h07 | 16:37 Brussels-North | 2 changes | |
IC 2201 · ICE 14 | On time 12:30 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h56 | 17:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
IC 2201 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 | On time 12:30 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h18 | 16:48 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
17419 · ICE 14 | On time 12:35 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h51 | 17:26 Brussels-North | 1 change | |
14718 · ICE 1033 · ICE 14 | On time 13:01 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h34 | 17:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 1033 · ICE 14 | On time 13:29 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h06 | 17:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
14993 · ICE 2311 · ICE 12 | On time 15:09 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h26 | 19:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 2311 · ICE 12 | On time 15:29 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h06 | 19:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
14997 · ICE 1037 · ICE 10 | On time 17:09 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h26 | 21:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
52343 · 10154 · 26430 · 18966 | 17:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 5h44 | 23:03 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
ICE 1037 · ICE 10 | On time 17:29 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h06 | 21:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
10154 · 26430 · 18966 · IC 544 | 17:37 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 5h26 | 23:03 Brussels-Midi | 3 changes | |
52349 · ICE 205 · ICE 318 | On time 18:47 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 4h48 | 23:35 Brussels-Midi | 2 changes | |
ICE 205 · ICE 318 | On time 19:02 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h33 | 23:35 Brussels-Midi | 1 change | |
ICE 205 · 26832 · ICE 318 | On time 19:02 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h24 | 23:26 Brussels-North | 2 changes | |
20225 · ICE 617 · ICE 120 · IC 2985 | 19:39 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 12h26 | 8:05 Brussels-Midi | 5 changes | |
ICE 617 · ICE 120 · IC 2985 · 18906 | On time 20:01 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 12h04 | 8:05 Brussels-Midi | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Münster to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
Major fine arts museum with Flemish, Belgian and European works, ideal for tracing artistic developments across centuries.
Art Nouveau house designed by Victor Horta, offering an intimate look at architecture, interiors and decorative detail.
Historic square packed with ornate façades, seasonal events and evening illumination; a natural starting point for exploring the centre.
A characterful shopping arcade with glass roof, elegant details and a classic route for a refined walk in the centre.
Landscaped hill with gardens, fountains and one of Brussels’ most rewarding skyline views near the upper town museums.
Moules-frites pairs North Sea mussels with crisp chips. It is a Brussels brasserie classic, especially popular in cooler months.
Stoemp is mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting Brussels staple.
Carbonnade flamande is a slow-cooked beef and onion stew made with Belgian beer. It is a beloved hearty dish in Brussels cafés.
Refined Belgian dining in the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, known for well-presented regional dishes and a polished atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant famed for mussels, oysters and other Belgian seafood dishes in a lively, classic brasserie setting.
Long-running brasserie serving stoemp, carbonnade and other Belgian staples in an elegant Art Nouveau-inspired dining room.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and restaurants are not cheap, but public transport is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is appreciated in cafés, but not expected.
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Brussels-Midi -> Grand-Place, Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Münster to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Münster to Brussels trains use the Münster(Westf) Hbf to Bruxelles-Midi station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Central. Use this guide to compare Münster and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: McDonald's, Altes Gasthaus Leve, Asia Quick 2, Garbo
Wi-Fi is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. ATMs are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Information desks are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include H4 Hotel, Central Hotel, Marco Polo, Martinihof.
Münster-Mecklenbeck is 5 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Grill, Eis Cafe Delizioso, Pizza Venezia
Wi-Fi is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. ATMs are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Ticket office support is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Information desks are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Luggage storage is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Münster Zentrum Nord is 2 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Schwarzwaldhütte, Domino's, Torino, Maya Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. ATMs are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Information desks are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
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