The cheapest and fastest trains from Münster to Hamburg
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Münster to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Münster to Hamburg will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $24.
Of the 15 trains that leave Münster for Hamburg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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 618
ICE 206
RB 20209 · ICE 614
RB 14715 · ICE 206
RB 20207 · ICE 206
IC 2310
ICE 618
ICE 206
ICE 616
ICE 208Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Münster to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Münster to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $254.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$35 Average Price | $28 Average Price Cheapest | $469 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Münster to Hamburg train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 618 | Delayed 7:16 am 6:57 amMünster (Westf) Hbf | 2h17 | 9:29 am 9:29 amHamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RB 20203 · ICE 208 | On time 7:39 am Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h35 | 10:14 am Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 14711 · ICE 208 | On time 7:43 am Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h31 | 10:14 am Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 208 | On time 7:57 am Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2h17 | 10:14 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RB 14713 · ICE 616 | On time 8:43 am Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h36 | 11:19 am Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 52319 · ICE 616 | On time 8:47 am Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h32 | 11:19 am Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 616 | 9:02 am Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2h17 | 11:19 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RB 52321 · IC 2310 | On time 9:19 am Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h40 | 11:59 am Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 20207 · ICE 206 | Delayed 9:39 am Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h35 | 12:25 pm 12:25 pmHamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 14715 · ICE 206 | Delayed 9:43 am Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h31 | 12:25 pm 12:25 pmHamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2310 | On time 9:47 am Münster (Westf) Hbf | 2h12 | 11:59 am Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 206 | Delayed 10:12 am 9:57 amMünster (Westf) Hbf | 2h17 | 12:25 pm 12:25 pmHamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RB 20209 · ICE 614 | Delayed 10:39 am Münster-Zentrum Nord | 2h35 | 1:25 pm 1:25 pmHamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 14717 · ICE 614 | Delayed 10:43 am Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h31 | 1:25 pm 1:25 pmHamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 14719 · ICE 202 | On time 11:43 am Münster-Mecklenbeck | 2h31 | 2:14 pm Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Münster to Hamburg
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Metronom from Münster to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Metronom trains will get you between Münster and Hamburg from $13. 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.
FlixTrain
Metronom
FAQs: Münster to Hamburg train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Münster (Westf) Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Hamburg Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Münster and Hamburg
- 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
- McDonald's
- Altes Gasthaus Leve
- Asia Quick 2
- Garbo
- H4 Hotel
- Central Hotel
- Marco Polo
- Martinihof
- Papageno
- Gaststätte Haus Bröcker
- Zum Kupferteller
- Zur Prinzenbrücke
- Zur Prinzenbrücke
- Ambiente
- Schwarzwaldhütte
- Domino's
- Torino
- Maya Grill
- Grill
- Eis Cafe Delizioso
- Pizza Venezia
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- Most wanted Burger
- LüttLiv
- T.R.U.D.E.
- Schweinske Barmbek
- Hotel am Stadtpark
- IntercityHotel Hamburg-Barmbek
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- Kochburg
- Schweinske
- Mina
- Calabrese Eiscafé
- RAPHAEL HOTEL WÄLDERHAUS
- Inos
- Easy Croque
- Hellas Grill Eilbek
- Ammos
- Villa Wandsbek Hotel Garni
- DARZ GästeZimmer
- Hotel Marco Polo
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