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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Mönchengladbach
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
501 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Mönchengladbach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Mönchengladbach will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Munich for Mönchengladbach on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 501 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
06:47AM5h24
Munich12:11PMMönchengladbach
€371One-way
0 transfers
08:29AM5h20
Munich01:49PMMönchengladbach
€501One-way
0 transfers
07:50AM5h21
Munich01:11PMMönchengladbach
€561One-way
0 transfers
07:27AM6h44
Munich02:11PMMönchengladbach
€581One-way
0 transfers
07:48AM5h23
Munich01:11PMMönchengladbach
€591One-way
0 transfers
08:29AM5h20
Munich01:49PMMönchengladbach
€501One-way
0 transfers
07:50AM5h21
Munich01:11PMMönchengladbach
€561One-way
0 transfers
07:48AM5h23
Munich01:11PMMönchengladbach
€591One-way
0 transfers
04:47AM5h24
Munich10:11AMMönchengladbach
€1121One-way
0 transfers
06:47AM5h24
Munich12:11PMMönchengladbach
€371One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Mönchengladbach
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Mönchengladbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 501 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€118 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €140 Average price |
5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Mönchengladbach train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:47 PM
Last updated at 10:47 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:47 AM Munich | 5h24 | 10:11 AM Mönchengladbach | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:27 AM Munich | 6h44 | 2:11 PM Mönchengladbach | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:48 AM Munich | 5h23 | 1:11 PM Mönchengladbach | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:29 AM Munich | 5h20 | 1:49 PM Mönchengladbach | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:56 AM Munich | 7h15 | 5:11 PM Mönchengladbach | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Mönchengladbach
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Trains from Munich to Mönchengladbach run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €23
Distance 501 km |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:54 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €23
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Mönchengladbach trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Munich and Mönchengladbach from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
€37
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Mönchengladbach
FAQs: Travel by train from Munich to Mönchengladbach easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Munich to Mönchengladbach.
Cheap train tickets from Munich to Mönchengladbach can start from as little as €26 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Munich to Mönchengladbach is €91; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Munich to Mönchengladbach train travel time is 5 h 16 min for the 501 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Munich to Mönchengladbach leaves at 03: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Munich to Mönchengladbach leaves at 20: 51.
There are 8 trains a day from Munich to Mönchengladbach which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Munich to Mönchengladbach, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Mönchengladbach. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Munich and Mönchengladbach and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 51.
The cheapest month to travel from Munich to Mönchengladbach by train is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Munich and Mönchengladbach including taking a train, coach or flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Munich to Mönchengladbach
Munich
Mönchengladbach
The major train station for departures in Munich is München Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München Hbf for your trip from Munich to Mönchengladbach.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
Accessibility
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
Information Desk
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
München Ost
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
Hotel
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
München Hackerbrücke
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
Hotel
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
München Marienplatz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
Hotel
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
München St.Martin-Str.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmMünchen-Pasing
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
8 kmDining
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
Hotel
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
München, Hbf Nord
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmThe major train station for arrivals in Mönchengladbach is Mönchengladbach Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mönchengladbach Hbf for your journey to Mönchengladbach from Munich.
Mönchengladbach Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Subway
- Xiclo
- Zum Kapuziner
Hotel
- Mercure Parkhotel
- Palazzo Hotel
- Fair Hotel
- Hotel Burgund
Rheydt Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Blue Angel
- Fu Ji Sushi & Grill
- Safran Tenne
- Chapeau Kultur
Hotel
- Hotel Rheydter Residenz
- Parkhotel
- Hotel Zur Post
- Hotel Spickhofen
Mönchengladbach-Genhausen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
8 kmDining
- Flachs Hof
Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
7 kmDining
- La Forchetta
- Café Scarzanella
- Akropolis Grill
- La mia Napoli
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