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Trip Summary
You can pick from 26 daily train trips between Münster and Hildesheim. The average train journey from Münster to Hildesheim takes 3 hours and 38 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 2 hours and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 100 mi (161 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 59m |
| Lowest price | $26.06 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Münster to Hildesheim?
There are 4 train lines with service from Münster to Hildesheim. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 21 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 3h 42m | $27.26 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 8 | 4h 56m | $38.16 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 21 | 3h 31m | $55.98 |
| FlixTrain | 1 | 6h 22m | $31.60 |
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.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Münster to Hildesheim start from $26, and on average cost . Daily there are 21 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Hildesheim. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Münster leaves from Münster-Sprakel and 4 other stations. And in Hildesheim trains arrive at Hildesheim Ost and one other train station.
From Münster to Hildesheim train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 31 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hildesheim faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 59 minutes.
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 1 daily trips to Hildesheim from Münster. The train usually departs from Münster Central Train Station in Münster and arrives at Goslarsche Straße 71 / Hindenburgplatz in Hildesheim after about 6 hours and 22 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Münster to Hildesheim tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Münster at 12:00am 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 26 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.
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-Sprakel
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-Sprakel
Münster-Amelsbüren
Münster-Albachten
Münster-Häger
Münster-Roxel
Münster Central Train Station
Where is the train station in Hildesheim?
Main arrival station: Hildesheim Ost
There are more train stations and stops in Hildesheim than most cities. Most trains from Münster will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Hildesheim:
All train stations in Hildesheim:
Hildesheim Ost
Train Station
Goslarsche Straße 71 / Hindenburgplatz
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