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LWL-Museum für Kunst und Kultur
Leading regional art museum with medieval to contemporary works, including major Westphalian collections. A core stop for art and history in Münster.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$151
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$192
Fastest journey on Sep 17
13 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
13 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 17
11
Distance
957 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Münster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Münster will cost around $192 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $151.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Münster without transferring at least 2 times.
RJX 64 · ICE 522 · ICE 920 · 14880
RJX 62 · ICE 512
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 512
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · 20238
RJX 62 · ICE 512 · 20238
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 512Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Münster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $115 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $115, while a flight costs an average of $568.
Distance: 594 miles (957 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$149 Average price | $115 Average price Cheapest | $568 Average price | $265 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 16m Average total duration 20h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Münster:
A bus is $34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Münster costing on average $149.
A bus is $454 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Münster costing on average $568.
Other travel options to Münster take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 32m.
Bus takes on average 20h 46m.
Tickets start at around $149 compared to roughly $265 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $116. The journey takes 13h 32m versus 12h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Münster trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 14h08 | 10:38 PM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 6 transfers | |
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h52 | 10:22 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 5 transfers | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | 8:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h42 | 10:22 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 6 transfers | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | 8:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h58 | 10:38 PM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 7 transfers | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | 8:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h34 | 11:14 PM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 7 transfers | |
RJX 62 · ICE 512 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 14h24 | 11:54 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62 · ICE 512 · 20238 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 14h43 | 12:13 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2 transfers | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · 20238 | 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h33 | 12:13 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 3 transfers | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 584 · IC 2446 | 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h57 | 12:37 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 | On time 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h14 | 11:54 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 64 · ICE 522 · ICE 920 · 14880 | On time 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 18h11 | 5:41 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Budapest to Münster run on average 15 times per day, taking around 13h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 594 miles (957 km) distance in 11h 18m.
Distance 594 miles (957 km) |
Average train duration 13h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 11h 18m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Münster — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Münster trip today.
Leading regional art museum with medieval to contemporary works, including major Westphalian collections. A core stop for art and history in Münster.
Museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso and 20th-century graphic art. It is Germany’s only Picasso museum and a highlight for modern art fans.
Important natural history museum known for biodiversity, climate, and planetarium offerings. Excellent for families and science-minded visitors.
Münster’s arcaded historic market street is lined with gabled houses and key monuments. It is the classic place to walk, sightsee, and absorb the city center.
Tree-lined ring on former fortifications encircling the old town. Perfect for walking or cycling and one of the best ways to experience Münster locally.
Large lake and leisure area near the old town, popular for strolling, boating, and sunset views. A favorite local escape with broad open scenery.
Westphalian rye bread baked very dark and dense. It is a regional staple, traditionally served with ham, cheese, or buttered toppings.
A hearty Münsterland stew of green beans, potatoes, pears, bacon, and often mutton or beef. It reflects the region’s rural farmhouse cooking.
A traditional Münsterland meat ragout, usually made from veal or beef offal in a creamy sauce. It is an old tavern dish linked to local home cooking.
Refined fine dining in the historic center, known for creative modern cuisine, polished service, and an elegant setting.
Well-known upscale restaurant in a historic building, offering seasonal German cuisine with a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Historic brewery restaurant by the Prinzipalmarkt serving traditional German and Westphalian dishes with house beer in a lively setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transport is reasonable, and student demand can raise central accommodation costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafés if service was good.
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Münster (Westf) Hbf -> Prinzipalmarkt, Münster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Münster by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Münster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Münster trains use the Budapest Keleti to Münster(Westf) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Münster Zentrum Nord. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Münster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Münster(Westf) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Altes Gasthaus Leve, Asia Quick 2, Garbo
Wi-Fi is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. ATMs are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Information desks are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include H4 Hotel, Central Hotel, Marco Polo, Martinihof.
Münster Zentrum Nord is 2 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster Zentrum Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Schwarzwaldhütte, Domino's, Torino, Maya Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. ATMs are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Information desks are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Münster-Mecklenbeck is 5 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster-Mecklenbeck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Grill, Eis Cafe Delizioso, Pizza Venezia
Wi-Fi is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. ATMs are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Ticket office support is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Information desks are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Luggage storage is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
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