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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
$69
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Münster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Münster will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Münster without transferring at least once.
ICE 13 · ICE 547 · 10215
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18929 · 10135+
26417
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18929 · 10135+
26417
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18929 · 10135+
26417
ICE 13 · ICE 202
9423+
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ICE 13 · ICE 547 · 10215
ICE 15 · ICE 549 · 10219
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9423+
2200
1932 · 2200+
9423Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Münster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. 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 $25, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Brussels to Münster:
A bus is $64 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Münster costing on average $108 (€87).
Other travel options to Münster take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 4m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (3h 41m by train vs 4h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $108 (€87) compared to roughly $61 (€49) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Eurostar.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Münster trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 315 · 26423 · 10147 | On time 12:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h57 | 5:22 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 315 · ICE 1055 | On time 12:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h59 | 5:24 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 315 · ICE 1055 · 52342 | On time 12:25 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h13 | 5:38 PM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
ICE 13 · ICE 202 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h29 | 12:54 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 13 · ICE 547 · 10215 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h10 | 12:35 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 202 · 14718 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h49 | 1:14 PM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2 transfers | |
507+ 18929 · 10135+ 26417 | 8:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h26 | 2:22 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
507+ 18929 · 10135+ 26417 | 9:01 AM Brussels-Central | 5h21 | 2:22 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
507+ 18929 · 10135+ 26417 | 9:08 AM Brussels-North | 5h14 | 2:22 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 200 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h29 | 2:54 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 15 · ICE 549 · 10219 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h10 | 2:35 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 200 · 14724 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h49 | 3:14 PM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2 transfers | |
1932 · 2200+ 9423 | 11:06 AM Brussels-Central | 4h22 | 3:28 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
509+ 9423+ 2200 | 11:08 AM Brussels-North | 4h20 | 3:28 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Brussels to Münster run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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Large urban lake popular for walking, cycling, sunsets, and relaxed waterside views near the city center.
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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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