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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 06
$9
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$22
Fastest journey on Sep 06
29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
32 m
Trains on Sep 06
8
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Münster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Münster will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 8 trains from Dortmund to Münster, including 8 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 42 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 Dortmund to Münster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg 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 Dortmund to Münster:
A bus is $6 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Münster costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Münster take longer:
Bus takes on average 41m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (38m by train vs 1h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $12 (€10) 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 Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Dortmund to Münster trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2445 · 17402 | On time 6:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h54 | 7:22 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
89708 · 10111 | 7:05 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h16 | 8:21 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2443 · 17406 | On time 8:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h54 | 9:22 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 616 | On time 9:25 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h29 | 9:54 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 616 · 14712 | On time 9:25 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h49 | 10:14 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 1 transfer | |
ICE 616 · 20210 | On time 9:25 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h48 | 10:13 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 1 transfer | |
IC 2441 · 17410 | On time 10:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h54 | 11:22 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 · 14716 | On time 11:25 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h49 | 12:14 PM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 1 transfer | |
ICE 514 · 14740 | On time 9:25 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h49 | 10:14 PM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 1 transfer | |
ICE 514 | On time 9:25 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h29 | 9:54 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 514 · 20234 | On time 9:25 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h48 | 10:13 PM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Dortmund to Münster run on average 12 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:58 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.
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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Münster trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Münster(Westf) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Münster Zentrum Nord. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Münster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park 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: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Dortmund-Wickede is 11 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Wickede 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: Stations-Grill, My Döner & Pan Pizza, Mein Café in der Alten Backstube, Dö-Pi
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Wickede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
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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