- Must visit
LWL-Museum für Kunst und Kultur
Major fine arts museum with collections from the Middle Ages to contemporary art; one of Münster’s flagship cultural institutions.
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Osnabrück to Münster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Osnabrück to Münster will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 4 buses that leave Osnabrück for Münster on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Osnabrück to Münster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Osnabrück to Münster:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Osnabrück to Münster costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Münster take longer:
Bus takes on average 50m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (50m by bus vs 55m by car) and save roughly $3 (€2) compared to fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $11 (€9)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Osnabrück to Münster buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:00 PM Osnabrück | 0h40 | 2:40 PM Münster | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Osnabrück | 0h40 | 3:40 PM Münster | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Osnabrück to Münster run on average 4 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:45, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average bus duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 9:45 AM |
Last bus 7:45 PM |
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Major fine arts museum with collections from the Middle Ages to contemporary art; one of Münster’s flagship cultural institutions.
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City museum covering Münster’s urban history, society, and daily life through accessible permanent displays.
Large urban lake and leisure area ideal for walking, cycling, and sunset views; very popular with locals and visitors.
Tree-lined ring path on former city fortifications, perfect for walking or cycling and central to Münster’s bike culture.
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Air-dried Westphalian ham, typically sliced thin and served with dark bread. It is a classic product of the wider Westphalia region.
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Historic traditional restaurant in the old town, known for Westphalian and Münsterland classics in a cozy, long-established setting.
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Respected central restaurant with refined regional and seasonal cooking in an elegant setting, suitable for a more upscale meal.
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Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Tip in cash when possible and hand it directly to the server.
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