How to travel from Dortmund to Munster, Germany

The distance between Dortmund and Munster is around 55km (34 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 30min.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Dortmund to Munster by train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Muenster(Westf)Hbf.

  • Duration30min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €25($25)
Operated byDeutsche Bahn+ 1 others
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Münster.

  • Duration41min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €230($230)
Operated by

TSO Taxi Mölders GmbH

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Drive

Drive to Münster.

  • Duration41min
  • Distance69km (43 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dortmund and Munster

There are several options for getting from Dortmund to Munster by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €25 ($25) and will take around 30min.

The distance between Dortmund and Munster is around 55km (34 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 51km (32 miles)

It takes around 30min to get from Dortmund and Munster by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 41min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dortmund to Munster is to take the train which takes around 30min and will set you back approx €25 ($25).

The cheapest way to travel between Dortmund and Munster, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €25 ($25) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Dortmund and Munster. It typically takes around 30min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Dortmund and Munster with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 30min.

Deutsche Bahn, Eurobahn and Deutsche Bahn Intercity run train services between Dortmund and Munster. Trains depart hourly and will take around 30min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Dortmund and Munster. We recommend that you take the train to Muenster(Westf)Hbf. instead which will take 30min.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Dortmund to Munster. We recommend that you take the train to Muenster(Westf)Hbf. instead which will take 30min.

The closest major airport to Munster is Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO) (FMO) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Munster. Dortmund Airport (DTM) (DTM) and Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD) (PAD) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Dortmund and Munster. The distance is around 69km (43 miles) by road and it will take around 41min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dortmund to Munster is to take the train which takes, on average, 30min and will usually cost around €25 ($25).

How do I get from Dortmund to Munster

Compare travel optionsbetween Dortmund and Munster

Transport options from Dortmund to Munster
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
30min
€25($25)
hourly55km (34 miles)
Taxi
41min
€230($230)
on demand69km (43 miles)
Drive
41min
€10($10)
on demand69km (43 miles)

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Airports near Munster

The following major airports near Munster offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Germany and internationally.

FMO
Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO)
International Airport
Distance
19km (12 miles) from Munster
DTM
Dortmund Airport (DTM)
International Airport
Distance
50km (31 miles) from Munster
PAD
Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD)
International Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Munster