The average train between Essen and Münster takes 1h and the fastest train takes 50 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Essen to Münster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Essen and Münster. The earliest departure is at 12:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:46 PM which arrives into Münster at 12:53 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Muenster(Westf)Hbf station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.
Essen to Münster train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Münster train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Muenster(Westf)Hbf station.
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The distance between Essen and Münster is 70.4 km. The road distance is 85 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Muenster(Westf)Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–35 and the journey takes 49 min. Three other operators also service this route.