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Compare train and bus for Bruges to Mönchengladbach
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Mönchengladbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €169.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€65 Average price | €293 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bruges to Mönchengladbach
Belgium
Germany
Trains from Bruges to Mönchengladbach run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€40) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 4h 0m.
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 $12 (€9)
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€40) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 00:50 |
Last train 20:50 |
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 $12 (€9)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Bruges to Mönchengladbach trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Bruges and Mönchengladbach from $12 (€9). 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
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
$63 (€52)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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
SNCB
About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 26m
Cheapest Price
$55 (€45)
SNCB frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Trains from Bruges to Mönchengladbach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruges to Mönchengladbach by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mönchengladbach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days are sufficient to explore the main attractions and enjoy the cultural offerings of Mönchengladbach.
A day trip from Bruges to Mönchengladbach is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 0m. Trains run 4 times per day.
The train journey from Bruges to Mönchengladbach offers scenic views of the Belgian countryside, charming villages, and sections of the beautiful Rhine region, making it a visually appealing trip.
Train ticket prices from Bruges to Mönchengladbach can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $48 (€40), while the average price is around $80 (€65).
The train from Bruges to Mönchengladbach takes 4h 0m and runs 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Mönchengladbach is by bus, with a cost of around $12 (€9).
The first train from Bruges to Mönchengladbach leaves at 12:50 AM.
The last train from Bruges to Mönchengladbach leaves at 8:50 PM.
Yes, you can take the train from Bruges to Mönchengladbach.
There is no direct train service currently available from Bruges to Mönchengladbach.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bruges to Mönchengladbach.
The distance by train from Bruges to Mönchengladbach is 139 miles (224 km).
The train station in Bruges that goes to Mönchengladbach is Bruges station, which connects to Mönchengladbach Hbf.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bruges to Mönchengladbach
Bruges
Mönchengladbach
The major train station for departures in Bruges is Brugge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brugge for your trip from Bruges to Mönchengladbach.
Amenities at train station
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
Distance to city center
1 kmLockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
Dining
- Starbucks
- Leonidas
- Deliway Brugge Station
- EXKi
- De Kantine
- Zest Fresh Juice Bar
- FavouRRs
Accessibility
- Facilities include elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Hotel
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges
- ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
- Hotel NH Brugge
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
Information Desk
- Located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
Public transit options for Brugge
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 43, 62, 63, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 96, 98, P1, P4, P5
- Train lines: IC (01, 02, 03, 23, 23A, 32), L 02
The 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 Bruges.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Subway
- Xiclo
- Zum Kapuziner
Hotel
- Mercure Parkhotel
- Palazzo Hotel
- Fair Hotel
- Hotel Burgund
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