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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Münster takes 59 min and the fastest train takes 50 min. There is an hourly train service 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.

59 min
Duration
83 km
Distance
€11
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Essen to Münster train times

Trains run hourly between Essen and Münster. The earliest departure is at 3:06 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 59 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 1h 6m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 7m • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 7m • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 59 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 59 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 59 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 54 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 7m • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Münster? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Essen to Münster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 82.6 km
  • Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Münster, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Muenster(Westf)Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–26 and the journey takes 49 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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