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Trip Summary
There are usually 106 daily train trips available from Lucerne to Münster. Traveling by train from Lucerne to Münster usually takes 8 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 7 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 341 mi (548 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 20m |
Lowest price | $58.78 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Lucerne to Münster?
2 train services operate from Lucerne to Münster. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 67 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 39 | 8h 46m | $169.10 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 67 | 8h 18m | $148.40 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Lucerne to Münster start from $59, and on average cost . Daily there are 67 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Münster. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Lucerne leaves from Luzern . And in Münster trains arrive at Münster-Sprakel and 3 other train stations.
From Lucerne to Münster train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 8 hours and 18 minutes. If you are looking to get to Münster faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 20 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Lucerne and Münster is approximately 341 miles, or 548 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 20 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Lucerne to Münster on Friday. Tickets for Friday 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 Lucerne at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 106 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 Münster to Lucerne.
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 Lucerne?
Main departure station: Luzern
There is one train station in Lucerne.
All train stations in Lucerne:
Luzern
Where is the train station in Münster?
Main arrival station: Münster-Sprakel
There are more train stations and stops in Münster than most cities. Most trains from Lucerne will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Münster:
All train stations in Münster:
Münster-Sprakel
Münster-Häger
Münster-Amelsbüren
Münster-Albachten
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