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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Hbf | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Münster Hauptbahnhof | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | FMO Airport | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Hbf | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Münster Hauptbahnhof | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Münster to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Münster and Cologne?
Münster
- ABremer Pl. 70, 48155 Münster, Germany
- BBerliner Pl. 25-27, 48143 Münster, Germany
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Münster to Cologne by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Münster to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Münster to Cologne start at $14. The average price for this train route is around $37. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Münster to Cologne?
The average train trip from Münster to Cologne takes 1h 46m and covers 123 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 42m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Münster to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Münster to Cologne?
The earliest train from Münster to Cologne departs at 6:03am. The latest train departs at 7:29pm.
What is the best train operator from Münster to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Münster to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Münster to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Münster to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Münster to Cologne was searched and found on Mar 19, 2026 with a price of $14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Münster to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $14 to $177 for a train ticket from Münster to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-03-19.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
