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Train Münster → Hamburg

Schedule & travel time

3h 40m 239 km 8 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

3h 40m

Fastest time

4h 24m

Avg. duration

239

Kilometers

8

Trains per day

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By train from Münster to Hamburg

An important rail connection: The train connection from Münster to Hamburg is one of the most important ICE connections rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 3h 40m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 239 kilometers and is served by about 8 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Regionalverkehr

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC, RE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Münster to Hamburg saves you about 27 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Münster to Hamburg?

The fastest connection from Münster to Hamburg takes 3h 40m. The average travel time is 4h 24m.

How many trains run daily from Münster to Hamburg?

About 8 trains run daily on the Münster - Hamburg route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Münster to Hamburg?

The direct connection covers 239 km.

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München → Hamburg
5h 43m612 km
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Return journey

Hamburg Münster

More connections

Münster → Osnabrück0h 23mMünster → Emden1h 55mMünster → Dortmund32mMünster → Berlin3h 20mBerlin → Hamburg1h 47mMünchen → Hamburg5h 43mFrankfurt → Hamburg3h 32m
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Schedule data last updated: 17/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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