- Must visit
Museum Abteiberg
Internationally known contemporary art museum with strong postwar collections and notable architecture on Abteiberg.
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€81
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €253.
Distance: 236 miles (381 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€79 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €378 Average price | €69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach:
A bus is €53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach costing on average €79.
A bus is €352 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach costing on average €378.
Other travel options to Mönchengladbach take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 7m.
Flight takes on average 6h 19m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (4h 41m by train vs 5h 10m by car). Tickets start at around €79 compared to roughly €69 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:00 PM Nuremberg | 4h11 | 9:11 PM Mönchengladbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Nuremberg | 4h11 | 10:11 PM Mönchengladbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:01 PM Nuremberg | 4h35 | 11:36 PM Mönchengladbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:32 PM Nuremberg | 9h34 | 5:06 AM Mönchengladbach | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Nuremberg | 4h19 | 10:19 AM Mönchengladbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Nuremberg | 4h11 | 11:11 AM Mönchengladbach | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €41 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 236 miles (381 km) distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 236 miles (381 km) |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Mönchengladbach — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mönchengladbach trip today.
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 Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Mönchengladbach trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Mönchengladbach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Rheydt Hbf. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Mönchengladbach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg 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: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg-Eibach is 4 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg-Eibach 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: Der Beck, Pizzeria Uno, Hafen Döner, Trucker Pause
Wi-Fi is available at Nürnberg-Eibach. ATMs are available at Nürnberg-Eibach.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg-Eibach. Information desks are available at Nürnberg-Eibach.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg-Eibach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg-Eibach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg-Eibach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg-Eibach.
Nearby hotels include Eibacher Hof, Hotel Am Hafen.
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
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.
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