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Münster - Xanten Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 10 daily trains from Münster to Xanten. Traveling by train from Münster to Xanten usually takes around 2 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 13 minutes.

Distance55 mi (88 km)
Fastest train2h 13m
Lowest price€20.37
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines3

Which train should you take from Münster to Xanten?

There are 3 train lines with service from Münster to Xanten. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 8 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity-Express52h 33m€31.86
Deutsche Bahn82h 49m€33.57
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company82h 50m€34.89
  • 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 EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Münster to Xanten start from €20, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Xanten. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Münster leaves from Münster-Hiltrup and 5 other stations. And in Xanten trains arrive at Bahnhofstraße 47 .

    From Münster to Xanten train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 50 minutes. If you are looking to get to Xanten faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 13 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Münster and Xanten is approximately 55 miles, or 88 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 13 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Münster to Xanten on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Münster at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 10 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 Xanten to Münster.

City Information

Münster

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Munster - DEMNR-1

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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-Albachten

  • Münster-Sprakel

  • Münster-Roxel

  • Münster-Häger

  • Münster-Hiltrup

Where is the train station in Xanten?

Main arrival station: Bahnhofstraße 47

Xanten has one train station.

Train stations in Xanten:

  • Bahnhofstraße 47

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