How to travel from Munich to Herford

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Compare train for Munich to Herford

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Munich to Herford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €76, while a flight costs an average of €310.

Distance: 303 miles (488 km)

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€310

Average price

€122

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€76

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€15

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3h 30m

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1h 30m

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6h 22m

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5h 52m

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30m

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13h 3m

Average total duration

12h 33m

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6h 48m

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1.5 - 2.9kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Herford is a bus with an average price of €76.

This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Herford:

A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Herford costing on average €122.

A bus is €234 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Herford costing on average €310.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Herford is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Herford take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 22m.

Bus takes on average 13h 3m.

Yes, you can take a train between Munich and Herford.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Munich to Herford among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 18m sooner (1h 30m by flight vs 6h 48m by car). Tickets start at around €310 compared to roughly €15 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Munich to Herford

How to get from Munich to Herford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Munich to Herford is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    9:50 PM17h30
    Munich
    3:20 PMHerford
    541One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    9:50 PM17h30
    Munich
    3:20 PMHerford
    541One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    8:05 PM13h55
    Munich
    10:00 AMHerford
    711One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    8:15 PM14h45
    Munich
    11:00 AMHerford
    561One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:25 PM16h55
    Munich
    3:20 PMHerford
    571One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Munich to Herford

Travel to Herford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Munich to Herford.

FAQs
You can travel between Munich and Herford by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Herford is a bus with an average price of €76.

This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Herford:

A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Herford costing on average €122.

A bus is €234 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Herford costing on average €310.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Herford is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Herford take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 22m.

Bus takes on average 13h 3m.

The distance from Munich to Herford is approximately 303 miles (488 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Herford is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich and Herford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Herford:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Hannover Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Herford station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Bünde, Osnabrücker Strasse (Shell).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Herford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Herford by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Herford by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Herford by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Munich to Herford:
  • 9 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Munich to Herford often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Bielefeld, Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Herford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Herford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Herford is ideal to explore its cultural attractions, such as the MARTa Herford contemporary art museum, local historical sites, and enjoy the charming town atmosphere.

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