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Trip Summary
You can pick from 24 daily train trips between Passau and Münster. The average train journey from Passau to Münster takes 11 hours and 19 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 8 hours and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 347 mi (559 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 6m |
| Lowest price | $103.72 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Passau to Münster?
There are 3 train lines with service from Passau to Münster. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 17 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 10h 35m | $176.13 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 17 | 11h 25m | $163.13 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 11h 19m | $189.47 |
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 Passau to Münster start from $157, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Münster. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Passau leaves from Train Station and one other station. And in Münster trains arrive at Münster-Sprakel .
From Passau to Münster train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 19 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 8 hours and 6 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Passau and Münster is approximately 347 miles, or 559 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 19 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 6 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.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Passau to Münster. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Passau at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 Münster to Passau.
City Information
Passau
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Passau is a German city in Lower Bavaria, located at the confluence of three rivers: the Danube, Inn, and Ilk. Known as the Three Rivers City, Passau is a popular college town with many students attending the University of Passau.
One of Passau's most famous attractions is the Veste Oberhaus, an ancient fortress dating back to the 13th century. The impressive Gothic structure today includes a museum and, due to its hilltop location, excellent views of Passau's rivers and city. St. Stephen's Cathedral, a magnificent Baroque cathedral, is also worth a stop. However, if you simply want to enjoy a stroll around the city, the square in front of the cathedral is an excellent starting place to encounter some of Passau's most beautiful architecture.
Passau is located right on Germany's border with Austria, so the city is very easy to reach from Austrian cities like Linz or Salzburg. Travel options include intercity bus service with FlixBus and Union Ivkoni or train service with Deutsche Bahn. Trains to Passau arrive at the station directly downtown, so taking the train is especially convenient.
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 Passau?
Main departure station: Train Station
There are two stations in Passau where you can board the train to Münster.
All train stations in Passau:
Train Station
Neustift(B)
Where is the train station in Münster?
Main arrival station: Münster-Sprakel
Münster has one train station.
All train stations in Münster:
Münster-Sprakel
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