Münster to Hanover train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,IC,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Münster to Hanover

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

To travel from Münster to Hanover you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain
    11:094h32
    Münster (Westf) Hbf
    15:41Hanover Hbf
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche Bahn90045 · ICE 1541
    0:102h25
    Münster (Westf) Hbf
    2:35Hanover Hbf
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 920+WestfalenBahn95773
    4:142h36
    Münster (Westf) Hbf
    6:50Hanover Hbf
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche Bahn52305 · 17407 · ICE 843
    6:192h09
    Münster-Zentrum Nord
    8:28Hanover Hbf
    £191One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn52301 · ICE 741
    5:192h42
    Münster-Zentrum Nord
    8:01Hanover Hbf
    £211One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Münster to Hanover

Omio 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

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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

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30m

Additional time*

3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 6m

Average total duration

5h 6m

Onboard

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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

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CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Münster to Hanover is a coach with an average price of £12.

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.

The fastest way to travel from Münster to Hanover is by train with an average journey time of 2h 13m.

Other travel options to Hanover take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 32m.

Flight takes on average 5h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Münster and Hanover including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

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.

Live departures

Münster to Hanover train times

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.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn52364 · 20353+WestfalenBahn958232:39 Münster-Zentrum Nord
5h11
7:50 Hanover Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 920+WestfalenBahn957734:14 Münster (Westf) Hbf
2h36
6:50 Hanover Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn90007 · ICE 541
On time
5:10 Münster (Westf) Hbf
2h18
7:28 Hanover Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn52301 · ICE 741
On time
5:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h42
8:01 Hanover Hbf
1 change
WestfalenBahn90268 · 957756:06 Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h46
8:52 Hanover Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn52305 · 17407 · ICE 843
On time
6:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h09
8:28 Hanover Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn14703 · 90011 · ICE 543
On time
6:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h45
9:28 Hanover Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn14707 · ICE 618 · ICE 141
On time
7:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h18
10:01 Hanover Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn90586 · ICE 141
On time
8:03 Münster (Westf) Hbf
1h58
10:01 Hanover Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn90013 · IC 2443
On time
8:10 Münster (Westf) Hbf
2h09
10:19 Hanover Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn52313 · 17411 · ICE 845
On time
8:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h09
10:28 Hanover Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn17411 · ICE 845
On time
8:35 Münster (Westf) Hbf
1h53
10:28 Hanover Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn10207+WestfalenBahn957778:37 Münster (Westf) Hbf
2h14
10:51 Hanover Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn20203 · 90015 · ICE 545
On time
8:39 Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h49
11:28 Hanover Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn14711 · 90015 · ICE 545
On time
8:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h45
11:28 Hanover Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn90015 · ICE 545
On time
9:06 Münster (Westf) Hbf
2h22
11:28 Hanover Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn52316 · ICE 1439:39 Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h22
12:01 Hanover Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn14713 · ICE 616 · ICE 1439:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h18
12:01 Hanover Hbf2 changes
Deutsche Bahn52321 · 17415 · ICE 847
On time
10:19 Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h09
12:28 Hanover Hbf
2 changes
FlixTrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain11:09 Münster (Westf) Hbf
4h32
15:41 Hanover Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn14717 · ICE 614 · ICE 145
On time
11:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h18
14:01 Hanover Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn14719 · ICE 1053
On time
12:43 Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h18
15:01 Hanover Hbf
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Münster to Hanover

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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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
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
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn from Münster to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn trains will get you between Münster and Hanover from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£23
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

WestfalenBahn

About
WestfalenBahn is a train company offering regional trains in Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia in Northern Germany. Founded in 2005, it has been owned by Abellio Deutschland since 2017. WestfahlenBahn covers the RE15, RE60 and RE70 regional train routes serving cities like Emden, Braunschweig, Hanover, Münster and Bielefeld.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average WestfalenBahn Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest WestfalenBahn Price
£27
WestfalenBahn frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£36
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
4 a day

Eurobahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Eurobahn Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Eurobahn Price
£48
Eurobahn frequency
11 a day

Complete guide to Hanover

Things to do in Hanover

Discover the best of Hanover — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hanover trip today.

  • Must visit

Landesmuseum Hannover

Major art museum with European painting, prints and notable modern works, plus a significant children’s picture-book collection.

  • Must visit

Sprengel Museum

Large city museum complex spanning European art from medieval to modern, set in a landmark building by Maschsee.

  • Recommended

Kestner Gesellschaft

Contemporary art museum in a former indoor swimming hall, showing changing exhibitions by international and regional artists.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, and local transport is reasonable for city breaks and business trips.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is not usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.

FAQs: Münster to Hanover train

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Münster to Hanover can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Münster to Hanover covers a distance of 151 km and takes approximately 1h 37m. Trains run 20 per day.
The train distance from Münster to Hanover is 151 km.
The first train from Münster to Hanover leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Münster to Hanover departs at 23:49.
Trains from Münster to Hanover run approximately 20 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Münster and Hanover. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Münster to Hanover, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Münster to Hanover.
The train station in Münster that goes to Hanover is Münster (Westf) Hbf, and it arrives at Hanover Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Münster to Hanover is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Münster to Hanover in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Münster to Hanover offers pleasant views of the German countryside, showcasing lush fields, charming villages, and occasional glimpses of the Weser River, making it a moderately scenic experience.
A day trip from Münster to Hanover may not be feasible as the journey takes 1h 37m and the distance is 151 km. There are 20 trains per day.
To fully enjoy Hanover's attractions, such as the Herrenhausen Gardens, the New Town Hall, and the Sprengel Museum, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Münster to Hanover.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Münster and Hanover

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.

Departure train stations in Münster
Arrival train stations in Hanover

Which Münster station do trains to Hanover leave from?

Trains from Münster to Hanover leave from Münster(Westf) Hbf. The station is 1 km from Münster city centre at Münster (Westf) Hbf, Berliner Platz 25, 48143 Münster.
Münster(Westf) HbfMünster (Westf) Hbf, Berliner Platz 25, 48143 MünsterWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Münster(Westf) Hbf from Münster city centre

BusE8, N85, N82, N81, 16, 15, 9, 8, 5, 1 · 5m · £3 · every ~31 min
11, 12, 2, 13, 4, 10, 14, N80, E15, E10 · 7m · £3 · every ~31 min

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.

Münster Zentrum NordMünster Zentrum Nord, Albrecht-Thaer-Str. 14 a, 48147 Münster-Zentrum NordWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Münster Zentrum Nord from Münster city centre

Münster Zentrum Nord is 2 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb64, Rb63 · 5m · £5 · every ~4 min
Bus17 · 6m · every ~4 min

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.

Münster-MecklenbeckMünster-Mecklenbeck, Weseler Straße, 48151 MünsterWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Münster-Mecklenbeck from Münster city centre

Münster-Mecklenbeck is 5 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb63 · 6m · £2 · every ~3 min
BusE10, N84, 16, 15 · 14m · every ~10 min
E10, N84, 16, 15 · 17m · every ~10 min
16, 15 · 29m · every ~9 min

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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