Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Münster Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Münster Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | ||||
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| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Münster Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Münster Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Münster
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Münster. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Münster?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Münster
- ABerliner Pl. 25-27, 48143 Münster, Germany
- BBremer Pl. 70, 48155 Münster, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Münster by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Münster?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Münster start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Münster?
The average train journey time from Essen to Münster is 54m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 45m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Münster route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 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 Essen to Münster?
The earliest train from Essen to Münster departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:57.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Münster?
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 Essen to Münster?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Münster?
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 Essen to Münster?
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 Essen to Münster was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Münster as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £6 to £65 for a train ticket from Essen to Münster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-14.
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.
