Münster to Cologne train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE,RE,RB,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Münster to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€30

Average price

€46

Fastest journey

1 h 43 m

Average duration

1 h 47 m

Trains per day

15

Distance

124 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Münster to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Münster to Cologne will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.

Fast trains

Of the 15 trains that leave Münster for Cologne on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.

Deutsche BahnIC 2005
08:32AM1h43
Münster (Westf) Hbf
10:15AMCologne Hbf
€301One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 515
08:03AM1h44
Münster (Westf) Hbf
09:47AMCologne Hbf
€341One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnRE 10118 · EC 9
08:36AM2h10
Münster (Westf) Hbf
10:46AMCologne Hbf
€341One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRB 14885 · IC 2005
08:16AM1h59
Münster-Mecklenbeck
10:15AMCologne Hbf
€351One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRB 52313 · IC 2005
08:19AM1h56
Münster-Zentrum Nord
10:15AMCologne Hbf
€351One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Münster to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Münster to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 124 km

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2h 23m

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1h 53m

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3h 8m

Average total duration

2h 38m

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Münster to Cologne train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:59 PM
Last updated at 10:59 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 515
Delayed
7:03 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf
1h44
9:15 AM 9:15 AMCologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnRB 14885 · IC 2005
On time
7:16 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck
1h59
9:15 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRB 52313 · IC 2005
On time
7:19 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord
1h56
9:15 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 2005
On time
7:32 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf
1h43
9:15 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnRE 10118 · EC 9
On time
7:36 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf
2h10
9:46 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRB 14711 · ICE 105
On time
7:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h06
9:49 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRB 14711 · ICE 105 · IC 2042
On time
7:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h04
9:47 AM Cologne Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnRB 52315 · ICE 105 · IC 2042
On time
7:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h00
9:47 AM Cologne Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnRB 52315 · ICE 105
On time
7:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h02
9:49 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 105
On time
8:03 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf
1h46
9:49 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 105 · IC 2042
On time
8:03 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf
1h44
9:47 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRB 14887 · RE 10122 · ICE 625
On time
8:16 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h26
10:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnRB 52317 · RE 10122 · ICE 625
On time
8:19 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h23
10:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnRB 14713 · ICE 517
Delayed
8:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck
2h04
10:56 AM 10:56 AMCologne Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRB 52319 · ICE 517
Delayed
8:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord
2h00
10:56 AM 10:56 AMCologne Hbf		1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Münster to Cologne?

The best time to book your train from Münster to Cologne is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Münster to Cologne route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Münster to Cologne per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Münster to Cologne.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Münster to Cologne

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Trains from Münster to Cologne run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
124 km
Average train duration
1h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
26
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 42m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Münster to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Münster and Cologne from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 42m
Cheapest Price
€10
Deutsche Bahn frequency
29 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
€6
FlixTrain frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Münster to Cologne

FAQs: Travel by train from Münster to Cologne 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 Münster to Cologne.
FAQs
The train time from Münster to Cologne is on average 1 h 52 min   for the 123 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Münster and Cologne by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Münster to Cologne leaves at 07: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Münster to Cologne leaves at 22: 19.
There are 42 trains a day from Münster to Cologne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Münster to Cologne train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey to Cologne from Münster as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 19.

When departing from Münster, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Münster (Westf) Hbf, Münster-Hiltrup station and Münster-Zentrum Nord. When arriving in Cologne, you can end your journey in train stations like Cologne Hbf, Cologne Messe/Deutz and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Münster (Westf) Hbf, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cologne Hbf, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Münster to Cologne by train is November.
You have options as you can travel from Münster to Cologne 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Münster to Cologne

Münster
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Münster is Münster Zentrum Nord. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Münster Zentrum Nord for your trip from Münster to Cologne.
Münster Zentrum NordWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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WifiWifi
LockersLockers
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ParkingParking
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information
address
Address
Münster Zentrum Nord, Albrecht-Thaer-Str. 14 a, 48147 Münster-Zentrum Nord
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Schwarzwaldhütte
  • Domino's
  • Torino
  • Maya Grill
Münster(Westf) HbfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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LoungeLounge
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Bike RentalBike Rental
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Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Münster (Westf) Hbf, Berliner Platz 25, 48143 Münster
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 06:30 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 06:30 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 06:30 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 06:30 - 19:00
  • Friday: 06:30 - 19:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 17:30
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's
  • Altes Gasthaus Leve
  • Asia Quick 2
  • Garbo
Hotel
Hotel
  • H4 Hotel
  • Central Hotel
  • Marco Polo
  • Martinihof
Münster-SprakelWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
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Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Münster-Sprakel, Sprakelerstr. 3, 48127 Münster-Sprakel
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
8 km
Dining
Dining
  • Zur alten Mitte
  • Sandruper Baum
Münster-HiltrupWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
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LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
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information
address
Address
Münster-Hiltrup, Bergiusstr. 5, 48165 Münster-Hiltrup
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • Papageno
  • Gaststätte Haus Bröcker
  • Zum Kupferteller
  • Zur Prinzenbrücke
Hotel
Hotel
  • Zur Prinzenbrücke
  • Ambiente
Münster-MecklenbeckWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Münster-Mecklenbeck, Weseler Straße, 48151 Münster
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Dining
Dining
  • Grill
  • Eis Cafe Delizioso
  • Pizza Venezia

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