- Must visit
Landesmuseum Hannover
Major art museum with European painting, prints and notable modern works, plus a significant children’s picture-book collection.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 4 m
Trains on 05 Sept
30
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Münster to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Münster to Hanover will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Münster to Hanover you need to make at least one change.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain
90045 · ICE 1541
ICE 920+
95773
52305 · 17407 · ICE 843
52301 · ICE 741
17411 · ICE 845
90586 · ICE 141
52305 · 17407 · ICE 843
52321 · 17415 · ICE 847
90013 · IC 2443Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Münster to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a flight costs an average of £314.
Distance: 151 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £314 Average Price | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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 Hanover:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Münster to Hanover costing on average £26.
A coach is £302 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Münster to Hanover costing on average £314.
Other travel options to Hanover take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 32m.
Flight takes on average 5h 6m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 13m by train vs 2h 18m by car). Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £24 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Hanover trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
52364 · 20353+ 95823 | 2:39 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 5h11 | 7:50 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 920+ 95773 | 4:14 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2h36 | 6:50 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
90007 · ICE 541 | On time 5:10 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2h18 | 7:28 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
52301 · ICE 741 | On time 5:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h42 | 8:01 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
90268 · 95775 | 6:06 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h46 | 8:52 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
52305 · 17407 · ICE 843 | On time 6:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h09 | 8:28 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
14703 · 90011 · ICE 543 | On time 6:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h45 | 9:28 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
14707 · ICE 618 · ICE 141 | On time 7:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h18 | 10:01 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
90586 · ICE 141 | On time 8:03 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1h58 | 10:01 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
90013 · IC 2443 | On time 8:10 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2h09 | 10:19 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
52313 · 17411 · ICE 845 | On time 8:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h09 | 10:28 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
17411 · ICE 845 | On time 8:35 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1h53 | 10:28 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
10207+ 95777 | 8:37 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2h14 | 10:51 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
20203 · 90015 · ICE 545 | On time 8:39 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h49 | 11:28 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
14711 · 90015 · ICE 545 | On time 8:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h45 | 11:28 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
90015 · ICE 545 | On time 9:06 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2h22 | 11:28 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
52316 · ICE 143 | 9:39 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h22 | 12:01 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
14713 · ICE 616 · ICE 143 | 9:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h18 | 12:01 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
52321 · 17415 · ICE 847 | On time 10:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h09 | 12:28 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 11:09 Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h32 | 15:41 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
14717 · ICE 614 · ICE 145 | On time 11:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h18 | 14:01 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
14719 · ICE 1053 | On time 12:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h18 | 15:01 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Münster to Hanover run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Discover the best of Hanover — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hanover trip today.
Major art museum with European painting, prints and notable modern works, plus a significant children’s picture-book collection.
Large city museum complex spanning European art from medieval to modern, set in a landmark building by Maschsee.
Contemporary art museum in a former indoor swimming hall, showing changing exhibitions by international and regional artists.
Large urban lake with promenades, sailing, seasonal events and wide green spaces; excellent for walks and skyline views.
Historic old town lanes with half-timbered buildings, small squares and churches; a compact area for an easy central walk.
Elegant forest garden with broad lawns, mature trees and the famous avenue of lime trees leading to the Leibniz Temple.
A hearty kale stew from Lower Saxony, traditionally cooked with smoked sausages and pork. A cold-season favourite in Hanover and across the region.
A regional sausage made from pork and offal, lightly smoked and often served with kale. It is especially associated with Hanover and Lower Saxony.
Marinated beef roulade filled with gherkin, onion, bacon and mustard, then braised. A classic north German Sunday dish found in traditional Hanover kitchens.
Elegant restaurant in the Neues Rathaus known for seasonal German cuisine and polished service in a refined historic atmosphere.
Traditional brewery restaurant in the centre serving hearty Lower Saxony dishes and house beers in a lively, historic setting.
Popular historic beer hall and restaurant with substantial German plates, local beers and a busy, convivial atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, and local transport is reasonable for city breaks and business trips.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Münster to Hanover 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 Hanover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Münster to Hanover trains use the Münster(Westf) Hbf to Hannover Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Use this guide to compare Münster and Hanover 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 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.
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.
Hannover 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: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof 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: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
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