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Trip Overview

The average train between Münster and Cologne takes 1h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Münster to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 52m
Duration
151 km
Distance
€25
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Münster to Cologne train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Münster and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Münster is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Cologne at 1:30 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 2h 36m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 11m • Direct
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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 11m • Direct
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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 11m • Direct
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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 11m • Direct
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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 11m • Direct
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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 10m • Direct
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    train train 2h 1m • Direct
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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Münster to Cologne? 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.

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  • Distance: 150.7 km
  • Duration: 1h 52m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Two other operators also service this route.

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