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

For passengers who want to take a taxi to the city center of Alexandroupoli, taxi services are available in front of the airport and they provide services for 24 hours. Taking a taxi is one of the fastest and the most comfortable ways among transportation options. As an alternative to taxi, you can either choose the more affordable bus option or rent a car.

For crowded groups; shuttle and V.I.P. services are comfortable options that you can book without difficulty while your group transfers from the airport to the city center. Although it is not preferred by many, renting a limousine is another option.

Taxi

Taxi is one of the best transformation options from airport to the Alexandroupoli city center. The airport is seven kilometers away from the city center which makes the transportation via taxi both affordable and comfortable. If you want to travel from the airport to somewhere else besides the city center, you can contact one of the taxi companies to learn the total price of the ride and choose your vehicle.

Bus

If you are looking for a more affordable transportation method from airport to city center, you can check the bus options that depart in front of the terminal at the airport. Although the bus is cheaper than taxis and rental cars, you should keep in mind that the transportation time is more likely to be longer. Approximate ETA from airport to city center is 30 minutes with bus. When you reach the city center, you can either continue with bus or get a cab as well.

V.I.P. Cars

For your trips from the Alexandroupoli Airport to the city center, which is rather a short distance, you can benefit from the V.I.P. car rental companies. This service is preferred by the passengers who come to the city for business trips, and the pricing changes according to the passenger capacity and other qualifications.

Rental Limousine

Rental Limousine services are not highly preferred option for transportation between the airport and the city center. However, for those whose priority is comfort, there are V.I.P. rental car services with a chauffeur as well. Compared to taxis, shuttles, and regualar car rental,  the costs of these services are generally higher. If you prefer limousine services for transportation from your accommodation to the airport, you can get more information by contacting rental limousine companies in Alexandroupoli and surrounding areas.

Airport Information

Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport, which is named after the famous philosopher Democritus, is located seven kilometers from the city and it is among the smallest airports in Greece and Europe. The airport has direct and connected flights to Athens and to the east of Crete, Sitia. The airport provides services such as a duty-free shop, cafeteria, post office, and a rental car office. 

Passengers and those who arrive at the airport by car can use the airport’s parking lot for free for up to 20 minutes. After that, the appropriate fee is determined depending on the time you use the parking lot. The airport is busier during the summer months so if you are traveling during summertime, you should be prepared for possible delays. 

The city of Münster is located in North Rhine-Westphalia and the city of Osnabrück is located in Lower-Saxony in north-west Germany. Both cities are in close proximity to each other and therefore share a common airport. Travelers who plan to visit one of these two cities travel to Münster Osnabrück International Airport. Public transportation services in Münster are well developed and since the city is quite small in terms of surface area it is also easy to explore on foot.

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. In addition, there are train services that provide transportation both within the city and to other cities in the country. The central railway station in the city (Münster Hauptbahnhof) is located in the city center, as is the case in many German cities. Cycling is 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 have a big role in urban transportation. In addition to buses, just like in Münster, traveling by bicycle is a highly preferred alternative in the small city of Osnabrück. You can purchase bus tickets from the automated machines at Neumarkt, the central terminal. You can also get more detailed information about the bus schedules and fares at this terminal. The central railway station is located about 10 minutes from the city center but these trains are only used for intercity transportation.

Transportation to Münster from the Airport

To get to the city center from the airport you can use public transport services such as buses or trains. Münster Osnabrück International Airport is located 25 km from Münster city center. It takes an average of 25 to 30 minutes to get to the city center from the airport by public transportation.

You can also take a taxi or rent a car to get to the city center, which would be a faster transportation alternative.

Bus

One of the most affordable methods of transportation to get to Münster from the airport is by bus. There are various bus lines that provide transportation to the city center from the airport. D50 Direct Bus line provides transportation to Münster Central Railway Station in approximately 20 minutes. The S50 Schnellbus bus line departs from the Ibbenbüren station, which is located in close proximity to the airport, and also provides transportation to the central railway station. The interregional bus line R51 RegioBus provides transportation to the central railway station in about 50 minutes, stopping in Sprakel and Greven along the way.

Train

The train lines in Germany, known as S-Bahn and operated by Deutsche Bahn (German Railways), are also an important part of intra-city transportation. Although there is no direct train service from the airport to Münster there are train stations located in close proximity to the airport, providing a public transportation alternative to buses with connecting lines from the nearby stations.

There are three main train lines that provide transport services throughout Münster. The red line provides transportation between the Hafen (Halle Münsterland), Hauptbahnhof (central railway station), Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), and Grevener Straße stations.

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

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

Taxi

Taxis are another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. Taxis are a very convenient method of transport that provide door-to-door service.

Rental Car

There are many Rent a Car offices located at the airport terminal. You can also book a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online before your trip. Once you get to the city center you can also rent a bicycle for urban transportation from the car rental offices.

Transportation to Osnabrück from the Airport

Münster Osnabrück International Airport is located 35 km from the city of Osnabrück. Therefore transportation alternatives take a bit longer and are a bit more expensive when compared to transportation to Münster. Nevertheless, there are a variety of alternatives available to get to Osnabrück from the airport such as buses, taxis, and rental cars.

Bus

Shuttle bus x150 provides transportation from the airport to the central railway station in Osnabrück. The fare for this bus is higher than general public transportation vehicles in the city. The bus runs frequently throughout the day and is on-time and reliable. You can follow the daily schedule of the line on the internet. This line also provides service at night.

There are 24 buses that operate in the city and 10 different buses that provide intercity transportation. A large majority of these lines offer transportation to the city center and train station. The Stadtwerke Osnabrück company, which coordinates bus services within the city, also organizes night buses (Nachtbus) that operate on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Taxi

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. Taxis are a very convenient method of transportation.

Rental Car

After arriving at the airport, you can rent a car from the Rent a Car offices located in the terminal or reserve your vehicle on the internet before your flight. Just like in Münster, renting a bike in Osnabrück is also a popular option for urban transportation. Once you get to the city center you can rent a bicycle to explore most parts of the city.