- Must visit
LWL-Museum für Kunst und Kultur
Major art museum with collections from the Middle Ages to contemporary works, central to Münster’s cultural scene.
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Münster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Münster will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Münster without transferring at least once.
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FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Münster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $491.
Distance: 135 miles (218 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $491 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Münster:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Münster costing on average $79 (€64).
A bus is $453 (€366) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Münster costing on average $491 (€397).
Other travel options to Münster take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 48m.
Bus takes on average 4h 26m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12 (€10). The journey takes 4h 26m versus 3h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 10:46AM | Duration 7h26 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 11:09AM | Duration 7h29 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 10:46AM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 04:46PM | Duration 6h56 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Münster buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 6h56 | 4:46 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h10 | 7:40 PM Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 6h16 | 4:46 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 8h40 | 7:40 PM Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 6h55 | 7:45 PM Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h50 | 12:20 AM Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 7h15 | 12:20 AM Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h26 | 10:46 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h28 | 10:48 AM Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 6h31 | 10:46 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 6h33 | 10:48 AM Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 8h10 | 3:10 PM Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Münster run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 135 miles (218 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 46m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Münster — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Münster trip today.
Major art museum with collections from the Middle Ages to contemporary works, central to Münster’s cultural scene.
Museum focused on Pablo Picasso and classical modern art, noted for its graphic works and changing exhibitions.
Open-air museum presenting historic rural buildings from the Münsterland region, including farmhouses and craft structures.
Münster’s signature street for strolling, shopping, and photos, framed by arcades and historic gabled houses.
Large urban lake popular for walking, cycling, sunsets, and relaxed waterside views near the city center.
The old town area combines historic churches, squares, and lively streets, making it ideal for first-time visitors.
A traditional Münsterland ragout made with finely chopped veal or beef, onions, and a tangy sauce. It is one of the region’s best-known historic dishes.
Westphalia’s famous dense, dark rye bread, slowly baked for many hours. It is strongly associated with Münster and the wider Westphalia region.
Air-dried, bone-in Westphalian ham with a deep smoky flavor, often served with bread or asparagus in season. It is a classic regional specialty.
A respected fine dining restaurant in Münster, appreciated for modern seasonal cooking and a refined but relaxed setting.
One of Münster’s oldest inns, known for classic Westphalian dishes, local beer, and a historic traditional atmosphere.
A well-known traditional restaurant near the old town, popular for hearty regional cuisine and a cozy Münster pub feel.
Moderate by German standards. Student demand keeps budget food fair, while hotels and dining in the center cost more.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are welcome in cafés; not expected for takeaway.
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Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) -> Münster Hauptbahnhof
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