Search Flights from Muenster/Osnabrueck (Münster Osnabrück Intl.) to Tallinn

Münster and Osnabrück are two cities that are located in close proximity to each other, with one in North Rhine-Westphalia and one in Lower-Saxony in north-west Germany. These two neighboring cities share an airport. Travelers who plan to visit these two cities use Münster Osnabrück International Airport. Münster is quite small, in terms of surface area, so it is easy to explore the city on foot. Nevertheless, public transport in the city is well developed.

You can purchase tickets for public transportation alternatives from sales offices or various markets. The most commonly used means of public transportation in the city are buses. There are also train lines that provide transportation services to many parts of the city. These line are also used for intercity transportation.

The central railway station in the city (Münster Hauptbahnhof) is the main junction of the train lines and is located in the city center, as is the case in many German cities. Bicycles are another common means of transportation in Münster. In Osnabrück, the area known as the city center is called Neumarkt and almost all the buses pass through this area.

Buses provide almost all of the urban transportation in Osnabrück. In addition to buses, just like in Münster, traveling by bicycle is a highly preferred alternative. Those who want to travel by bus can purchase tickets from the automated machines from the central terminal, which is located in Neumarkt. You can also get more information regarding the bus schedules and fares at this terminal.

The central railway station is located about 10 minutes from the city center. However, only intercity services are available from this station.

Transportation to the Airport from Münster

Münster is located about 25 km from the airport. Münster Osnabrück International Airport is accessible by public transportation, such as buses and trains. It takes an average of 20 to 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by public transportation. Almost all of these vehicles depart from the city center. In addition to public transport, the airport is also accessible by taxi or rental car.

Bus

One of the most affordable public transportation alternatives to get to the airport from Münster is by bus. The easiest way to access the airport buses is to go to the city center. Bus line D50 Directbus provides transportation from the Münster Central Railway Station to the airport in approximately twenty minutes. Bus line S50 Schnellbus provides transportation to the airport from the central railway station. After the airport this bus continues in the direction of Ibbenbüren. If you are traveling to the airport from Ibbenbüren then you can use this bus and get to the airport in a short amount of time. The interregional bus R51 departs from the central railway station, passes through the Sprakel and Greven regions, and gets to the airport in about 50 minutes. This line takes longer to get to the airport because it stops in other regions.

Train

The train lines in Germany, known as S-Bahn and operated by Deutsche Bahn (German Railways), are another transportation alternative in the city that have a very important role in urban transport. In Münster there is no direct train service from the city to the airport. However, the airport is accessible from train stations located in close proximity to the terminal via short connection lines. In addition, there are three main train lines that provide transport services throughout Münster.

The first line, known as the red line, provides transportation between the Hafen (Halle Münsterland), Hauptbahnhof (central railway station), Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), and Grevener Straße stations.

The second line, known as the yellow line, provides transportation between the Warendorfer Straße, Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), and Schützenhof (Hammer Straße) stations.

The third line, known as the blue line, provides transportation between the Wolbecker Straße, Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), Neubrückenstraße, Stadttheater, Stadthalle, and Nordplatz stations. Trains begin operating at 6 am until 12 am. Depending on the time of day the trains will run every 6 to 12 minutes.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and most reliable transportation alternatives to get to the airport from the city center is by taxi. There many taxi stands located throughout the city.

Rental Car

Another convenient way to get to the airport is by rental car. There are many Rent a Car offices located throughout the city. A more practical way to rent a car is to make a reservation online. If you have time before your flight, you can also rent a bicycle from one of the many companies to explore many parts of the city by bike.

Transportation to the Airport from Osnabrück

Osnabrück is located about 35 km from the airport. Therefore, transportation between the city and the airport is a bit more expensive and takes longer when compared to Münster. Nevertheless, Münster Osnabrück International Airport is accessible by bus, taxi, or rental car.

Bus

In order to travel to the airport you have to first go to the city center. Shuttle bus x150 departs from the “Bussteig 3” bus stop in the city center, providing transportation between the Osnabrück central railway station and the airport. The fare for this bus is a bit more expensive compared to bus fares for urban transport. Bus x150 runs frequently throughout the day and is an on-time and reliable service.

You can find the daily schedule for this line on the internet. Line x150 continues to run after midnight. In addition to day buses run by Stadtwerke Osnabrück, there are night buses (Nachtbus) that run after midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

There are 24 buses that operate in the city and 10 different buses that provide intercity transportation. The vast majority of these lines provide access to the city center.

Taxi

One of the most convenient transportation alternatives to get to the airport from the city center is by taxi. You can easily find a taxi from the taxi stops in the city.

Rental Car

Another way to get to the airport is by rental car. There are various rental car offices located in the city. You can also arrange your rental vehicle in advance by making a reservation online.

If you’re not in a hurry we would recommend using a bike as a transportation alternative. You can rent a bicycle from many offices throughout the city.

Airport Information

Münster Osnabrück International Airport is located near the town of Greven. The airport is used to provide transportation to the cities of Münster and Osnabrück, and smaller towns nearby. The airport is well-maintained, clean, and has a beautiful view and good service quality. Münster Osnabrück International Airport is a rather small airport, serving passengers out of one terminal building.

The building is divided into two; Terminal 1 for arrivals and Terminal 2 for departures. The ground floor contains check-in counters and travel agencies. The second floor contains waiting areas, a terrace, and various services. These include restaurants offering a rich selection of food and beverage options from different cuisines, stylishly decorated boutique cafes, and duty-free shops where you can find a variety of luxury goods.

Known as Northern Europe's Disneyland, Tallinn is Estonia's largest city and capital. Located very close to the Gulf of Finland, Tallinn is 80 kilometers in the west of Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Buses, trains and ferry services are also available from leading cities in the world such as Riga, Stockholm, Aland, St. Petersburg and Rostock.

Public transport in Tallinn is fairly easy and inexpensive. It is actually quite successful compared to many cities that have switched to free public transport but have failed. Offering free public transport to its citizens, Tallinn also offers very affordable options for foreign tourists. The most common means of public transport in urban transport are buses, trams and trolleybuses. Taxis are also among the most preferred means of transportation thanks to affordable fares.

Tallinn is a very small city in terms of urban area, so walking and biking are very popular in urban transportation. The central point of the city is the Old Town. This area is divided into two as Toompea and Lowertown. Transportation also flows through this square. Old Town, which is considered as a key point in the city, is one of the stops of many public transportation vehicles.

There is a common ticket system for buses, trams and trolleybuses in Tallinn. You need to stamp your ticket when you get on it. Public transport runs from 6 am till midnight. Children under the age of 7 and children under the age of 3 who have a parent with have the right to use public transport for free.

The city is very easy to reach from abroad as well as from Estonia's other cities. There are ferry services to Tallinn from Sweden / Stockholm and bus service from Helsinki, Finland's capital city, which is only 80 kilometers away. The company named Super Sea Cat organizes ferry services between Helsinki and Tallinn. The most famous ferry companies in Tallinn are the Viking Line and Tallink and Silija. Sea bus companies are Linda Line, Nordic Jet Line and Tallink.

In Tallinn city, the fixed and the same price tariffs are applied for all means of the public transport since 2013. You can buy Tallinn Kart, which can be used for a certain period of time, from any buffet on the road, from the tourist information desk at the airport or from the bus terminals. Depending on the length of your travel plan, it is possible for you to choose the most economical one for these cards and use this single card throughout your travels.

Tallinn Kart, which is valid for all city public transportation vehicles such as trolleybus, tram, bus and metro, costs 3 euros per day; 5 euros for 3 days, 6 euros for 5 days and 23 euros for a month. Other than that, there are e-tickets that you can buy from the driver when you get on public transportation. They cost 1.60 euros. The third option, Smart Card, is green and plastic; it is possible to use this card, which is similar to the cards used in major Turkish cities, such as akbil, kentkart, for transportation that is designed for continuous use and can be loaded when needed.

Tallinn city offers free public transportation to its citizens and creates opportunities for tourists visiting the city. A miniature train leaves the Tallinn square, called Old Town, at certain times of day. This little train, which is actually very attractive for tourists, offers an inevitable opportunity for sightseeing activity by allowing you to take a 20-minute tour of the beautiful city.

You can use three-wheeled bicycle-like cabs to reach one point to another in the city and have a pleasant experience.

Tallinn Airport is about 4 kilometers from the city center. You can reach the city center quickly and conveniently by using the means of public transportation.

You can go to the Tallinn city center from the airport by metro, bus and trolleybuses and taxi and airport shuttle.

Train

The nearest train station to Tallinn Airport is Ülemiste Train Station. This station is located near Ülemiste Lake, 800 meters away from the airport and near Ülemiste-Keskus. It connects Elron's regional rail and suburban rail lines. The only thing you need to do to get to this big train station from the airport is to take the bus number 65.

Bus

It is the fastest and most economical option to reach the city center from airport. The 90K bus departs from the airport and goes directly to the city center. The 90K bus operates between 08:00 and 18:00 with half an hour intervals. The ticket price for the 90K bus is 2 euros with the most current version.

You can get your ticket from the bus stops in the street or from the bus driver. In addition, buses 1, 5, 7, and 40 are the other buses from the airport that have city center points among their stops. Another bus line from Tallinn Airport to the city center is bus number 2.

There are 3 bus stops on the ground floor at the exit of the airport's arrival terminal. The bus number 2 departing from the bus stop 1 goes directly to Molyv but it also has a stop in the city center. Other stops are Sadametn, Lootsi tn, A. Laikmaa tn, Ravala pst, Tartu mnt, Lennjaama, Tartu mnt, Kaabli tn, Juhteme tn'dir. It operated between 06:49 and 23:40. Long distance buses depart from bus stop 2.

Bus number 65, running between the airport and Lasnamae, departs from bus stop 3 at the airport. The ticket costs 25 kroon if you buy it from the bus driver and 15 kroon if you buy it from the buffets. You can also choose a package of tickets that costs 100 kroon. At the same time, if you want to take advantage of the bus, you must use one of the Tallinn Card, Smart Card, paper ticket (e-ticket).

There are two bus terminals in the city: the first one is Autobussijaam (intercity/intercountry bus terminal) and the second is Bussijaam (city bus terminal). Bussijaam bus terminal is the last stop of 90% of the city buses and the stop is located underground.

Tram and Trolleybus

Tallinn trams are quite popular. It is expected that the tram project, in which 20 million euros were invested, will be completed in 2017. When this project is completed, Tallinn Airport will be connected to the city center.

Trolleybuses are used as frequently as trams in Tallinn, because they are fast. One feature that distinguishes this means of transportation, where Tallinn cards and e-tickets are also valid, from others is that most of their drivers are women.

There are no trolleybuses departing from the airport, but you can use them to transfer during your trip to the airport from the city; this would save you time.

Taxi

Taxis are used very often in Tallinn. There are three different colors of taxis and fares in the city. The cheapest are gray taxis, the more reasonably priced ones are white, and the most expensive are the yellow taxis. If you download taxify application to your mobile phone, it would be possible for you to find a taxi both inexpensively and quickly, regardless of where you are in the city.

Gray taxis with open taximeters at 2.5 euros, white taxis at 2.88 euros, while yellow taxis open at 3.08 euros. For this reason, it would be more reasonable to take a gray or white taxi.  

Car Rental

Tallinn is at the intersection point of highways connecting other nearby cities, as well as countries. However, the intense traffic inside the city causes many visitors to want to rent a car. But given that the city also has a small area, it is possible to get around the city even on foot. Renting a car may be more profitable for you if you want to travel to neighboring countries of Estonia such as Poland, Finland, Sweden.

There are many world-renowned car rental companies such as Avis, Sixt, Europcar, Budget, The Hertz Corporation and National Car Rental at Tallinn Airport terminal. When renting your car, make sure that the car has navigation. It's also worthwhile to obtain maps that show detailed directions.