- Must visit
Museum Abteiberg
Internationally known contemporary art museum with strong postwar collections and notable architecture on Abteiberg.
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€103
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
501 km
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 €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Mönchengladbach without transferring at least once.
ICE 1010 · S8
ICE 610 · IC 2545 · IC 2157 · 20082
ICE 722 · 20080
ICE 724 · 20078
ICE 882 · ICE 650 · 26422
ICE 722 · 20080
ICE 724 · 20078
ICE 1010 · S8
ICE 610 · IC 2545 · IC 2157 · 20082
ICE 882 · ICE 650 · 26422Trains from Munich to Mönchengladbach run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 311 miles (501 km) distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 311 miles (501 km) |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Mönchengladbach trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 882 · ICE 650 · 26422 | On time 8:05 AM Munich Hbf | 7h44 | 3:49 PM Mönchengladbach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1010 · S8 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 5h29 | 1:48 PM Mönchengladbach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 724 · 20078 | On time 8:45 AM Munich Hbf | 5h26 | 2:11 PM Mönchengladbach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 610 · IC 2545 · IC 2157 · 20082 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h43 | 4:11 PM Mönchengladbach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 722 · 20080 | On time 9:46 AM Munich Hbf | 5h25 | 3:11 PM Mönchengladbach Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Internationally known contemporary art museum with strong postwar collections and notable architecture on Abteiberg.
Museum in a Renaissance water castle presenting local history, decorative arts, and changing cultural exhibitions.
Textile museum in the historic Monforts quarter explaining the city's industrial heritage through machines and archives.
Large central park with mature trees, lawns, and paths; ideal for relaxed walks near major cultural sights.
Hilly cultural quarter around the museum and old abbey, known for architecture, views, and an arts-focused atmosphere.
Historic square at the abbey with old-town character, events, and easy access to key churches and museums.
Rheinischer Sauerbraten is marinated pot roast, often served with raisin sauce, red cabbage, and potato dumplings. It is a classic Rhineland Sunday dish.
Himmel un Ääd pairs mashed potatoes with apple sauce, often topped with fried onions and black pudding. It is a beloved sweet-savory Rhineland comfort food.
Halve Hahn is a rye roll with thick Gouda, mustard, and onions. Despite the name, it contains no chicken and is a classic snack in Rhineland pubs.
Popular casual Italian venue with pizza, pasta, and a lively modern atmosphere, well known locally for reliable quality.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for creative modern cuisine, polished service, and a refined tasting-menu experience.
Traditional brewery pub atmosphere with hearty German and Rhineland dishes, plus fresh beer in a convivial setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local transit is reasonable, and daily costs are often lower than in bigger cities like Cologne or Düsseldorf.
Service is included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Mönchengladbach Hbf -> Alter Markt, Mönchengladbach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.

Most Munich to Mönchengladbach trains use the München Hbf to Mönchengladbach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Rheydt Hbf. Use this guide to compare Munich and Mönchengladbach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Karlsplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at München Karlsplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München Karlsplatz. Information desks are available at München Karlsplatz.
Luggage storage is available at München Karlsplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Karlsplatz.
Mönchengladbach Hbf is 1 km from Mönchengladbach city centre. Public transport options include:
Mönchengladbach Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Xiclo, Zum Kapuziner
Wi-Fi is available at Mönchengladbach Hbf. ATMs are available at Mönchengladbach Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mönchengladbach Hbf. Information desks are available at Mönchengladbach Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mönchengladbach Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mönchengladbach Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mönchengladbach Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mönchengladbach Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Parkhotel, Palazzo Hotel, Fair Hotel, Hotel Burgund.
Rheydt Hbf is 2 km from Mönchengladbach city centre. Public transport options include:
Rheydt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Blue Angel, Fu Ji Sushi & Grill, Safran Tenne, Chapeau Kultur
Wi-Fi is available at Rheydt Hbf. ATMs are available at Rheydt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Rheydt Hbf. Information desks are available at Rheydt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Rheydt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rheydt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rheydt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rheydt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rheydter Residenz, Parkhotel, Hotel Zur Post, Hotel Spickhofen.
Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen is 7 km from Mönchengladbach city centre. Public transport options include:
Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: La Forchetta, Café Scarzanella, Akropolis Grill, La mia Napoli
Wi-Fi is available at Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen. ATMs are available at Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen.
Ticket office support is available at Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen. Information desks are available at Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen.
Luggage storage is available at Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen.
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