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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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 | Train | Münster Hauptbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Münster Hauptbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Münster Hauptbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Münster to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Münster and Essen?
Münster
- ABerliner Pl. 25-27, 48143 Münster, Germany
- BBremer Pl. 70, 48155 Münster, Germany
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Münster to Essen 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 Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Münster to Essen start at $22. The average price for this train route is around $33. 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 Essen?
The average train trip from Münster to Essen takes 52m and covers 71 km. The quickest train gets you there in 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Münster to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Münster to Essen?
The earliest train from Münster to Essen departs at 6:03am. The latest train departs at 7:09pm.
What is the best train operator from Münster to Essen?
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 Essen?
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 Essen?
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 Essen?
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 Essen was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Münster to Essen, as early as possible.
