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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Münster to Dortmund
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€24
Fastest journey on Sep 05
30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
44 m
Trains on Sep 05
7
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Münster to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Münster to Dortmund will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 7 trains from Münster to Dortmund, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 57 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.
ICE 51912:02 PM0h30Münster (Westf) Hbf12:32 PMDortmund Hbf€181One-way0 transfers- 17419 · IC 204612:35 PM0h57Münster (Westf) Hbf1:32 PMDortmund Hbf€191One-way1 transfer
- 17411 · IC 20428:35 AM0h57Münster (Westf) Hbf9:32 AMDortmund Hbf€191One-way1 transfer
- ICE 5158:02 AM0h30Münster (Westf) Hbf8:32 AMDortmund Hbf€201One-way0 transfers
- 20213 · ICE 6111:39 PM0h53Münster-Zentrum Nord2:32 PMDortmund Hbf€221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 51912:02 PM0h30Münster (Westf) Hbf12:32 PMDortmund Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5158:02 AM0h30Münster (Westf) Hbf8:32 AMDortmund Hbf€201One-way0 transfers
- 14721 · ICE 6111:43 PM0h49Münster-Mecklenbeck2:32 PMDortmund Hbf€221One-way1 transfer
- 20213 · ICE 6111:39 PM0h53Münster-Zentrum Nord2:32 PMDortmund Hbf€221One-way1 transfer
- 17419 · IC 204612:35 PM0h57Münster (Westf) Hbf1:32 PMDortmund Hbf€191One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Münster to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Münster to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. 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 €5, while a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 51 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€17 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m 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 Münster to Dortmund:
A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Münster to Dortmund costing on average €17.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 47m.
Live departures
Münster to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Münster to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 515 | On time 8:02 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0h30 | 8:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17411 · IC 2042 | On time 8:35 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0h57 | 9:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 10118 · 89713 | 8:37 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 1h17 | 9:54 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 519 | On time 12:02 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0h30 | 12:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17419 · IC 2046 | On time 12:35 PM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 0h57 | 1:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 20213 · ICE 611 | On time 1:39 PM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 0h53 | 2:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 14721 · ICE 611 | On time 1:43 PM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 0h49 | 2:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Münster to Dortmund
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Trains from Münster to Dortmund run on average 9 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 28m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn from Münster to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn trains will get you between Münster and Dortmund from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Eurobahn
FAQs: Trains from Münster to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Münster to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Münster to Dortmund
Most Münster to Dortmund trains use the Münster(Westf) Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund-Wickede. Use this guide to compare Münster and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Münster station do trains to Dortmund leave from?
Getting to Münster(Westf) Hbf from Münster city centre
Münster(Westf) Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Altes Gasthaus Leve, Asia Quick 2, Garbo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. ATMs are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Information desks are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include H4 Hotel, Central Hotel, Marco Polo, Martinihof.
Getting to Münster-Mecklenbeck from Münster city centre
Münster-Mecklenbeck is 5 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster-Mecklenbeck train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Grill, Eis Cafe Delizioso, Pizza Venezia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. ATMs are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Information desks are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Getting to Münster Zentrum Nord from Münster city centre
Münster Zentrum Nord is 2 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster Zentrum Nord train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Schwarzwaldhütte, Domino's, Torino, Maya Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. ATMs are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Information desks are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Which Dortmund station do trains from Münster arrive at?
Getting to Dortmund Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Getting to Dortmund-Wickede from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund-Wickede is 11 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Wickede train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Stations-Grill, My Döner & Pan Pizza, Mein Café in der Alten Backstube, Dö-Pi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Wickede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Getting to Dortmund-Hörde from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund-Hörde is 3 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Hörde train station facilities and services
Dortmund-Hörde 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 and drink
Food options include: Grill Palace, Gathi's Pizza & Döner, Onur Grill, Café Aufbruch
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Hörde. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Hörde.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Hörde. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Hörde.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Hörde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund-Hörde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund-Hörde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Hörde.
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