The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Mönchengladbach
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£117
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Mönchengladbach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Mönchengladbach will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.
To travel from Basel to Mönchengladbach you need to make at least one change.
ICE 374 · IC 1947 · ICE 200 · 20078
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 610
ICE 374 · ICE 612 · 20076
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · S8
ICE 200 · 20078
ICE 374 · ICE 612 · 20076
ICE 200 · 20078
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · S8
ICE 374 · IC 1947 · ICE 200 · 20078
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 610Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Mönchengladbach
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Mönchengladbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £183.
Distance: 412 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£106 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £207 Average Price |
5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 28m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Mönchengladbach train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Mönchengladbach trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 11 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 374 · ICE 612 · 20076 | On time 07:16 Basel SBB | 4h55 | 12:11 Mönchengladbach Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 374 · IC 1947 · ICE 200 · 20078 | On time 07:16 Basel SBB | 5h55 | 13:11 Mönchengladbach Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · S8 | On time 07:46 Basel SBB | 5h00 | 12:46 Mönchengladbach Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 610 | On time 07:46 Basel SBB | 6h25 | 14:11 Mönchengladbach Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 200 · 20078 | On time 08:16 Basel SBB | 4h55 | 13:11 Mönchengladbach Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Mönchengladbach
Trains from Basel to Mönchengladbach run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 412 km distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 412 km |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Basel to Mönchengladbach trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Basel and Mönchengladbach from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Basel to Mönchengladbach train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Mönchengladbach
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- Subway
- Xiclo
- Zum Kapuziner
- Mercure Parkhotel
- Palazzo Hotel
- Fair Hotel
- Hotel Burgund
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