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Trip Summary
24 trains operate daily from Münster to Herford. The train trip from Münster to Herford is usually about 2 hours and 5 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 12 minutes.
Distance | 46 mi (74 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 12m |
Lowest price | $28.94 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Münster to Herford?
There are 4 train lines with service from Münster to Herford. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 14 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 1 | 1h 45m | $28.94 |
DB Intercity-Express | 3 | 3h 14m | $46.18 |
Deutsche Bahn | 18 | 2h 5m | $37.57 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 14 | 2h 4m | $42.77 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Münster to Herford start from $29, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Herford. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Münster leaves from Münster-Amelsbüren and 5 other stations. And in Herford trains arrive at Train Station .
From Münster to Herford train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 4 minutes. If you are looking to get to Herford faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 12 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Münster to Herford are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Münster at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Herford to Münster.
City Information
Münster
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Münster is a youthful western Germany city that is rich in history. Its most famous sight for visitors is St. Paulus Dom, a Gothic and Romanesque cathedral in the middle of the city. The church's astronomical clock is particularly intriguing because it runs counterclockwise! Nearby, Domplatz Münster is commonly bustling with a market and seasonal events, and the adjacent Prinzipalmarkt building houses shops and cafes in a historic setting. Another notable attraction is Schloss Nordkirchen, a Baroque palace with a vast network of landscaped gardens.
If you love biking, then Germany's Bike City is for you. Locals prefer to get around on two wheels, and you can bring your bike on your trip or rent one to experience an authentic view of Münster from your bike seat.
Art and history enthusiasts should explore the city's best museums, including one dedicated to the famed Spanish painter Pablo Picasso. A stop at the Art Museum Pablo Picasso will let you appreciate an extensive collection of his works and view new art exhibitions, as well.
The Münster Osnabrück International Airport is located between, you guessed it, Münster and Osnabrück. Flying into this airport means landing near Greven, about 25 km north of Münster. Trains, however, offer direct service to the center of the city; check out Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, and National Express to ride the rails into Münster. Sindbad and FlixBus operate bus service from Münster to destinations such as Frankfurt, Berlin, or Vienna.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Münster?
Main departure station: Münster-Amelsbüren
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Münster where you can board the train.
All train stations in Münster:
Münster-Amelsbüren
Münster-Hiltrup
Münster-Albachten
Münster-Roxel
Münster-Häger
Münster-Sprakel
Where is the train station in Herford?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Herford has one train station.
Train stations in Herford:
Train Station
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