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Museum Abteiberg
Contemporary art museum on the Abteiberg, known for its architecture and strong collection of post-war and modern works.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£21
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£21
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
1 h 33 m
Trains on 29 Aug
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Mönchengladbach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Mönchengladbach will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Dortmund to Mönchengladbach you need to make at least one change.
ICE 915 · 10317
ICE 915 · 10317Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Mönchengladbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 80 km
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£20 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Mönchengladbach trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 915 · 10317 | On time 6:47 Dortmund Hbf | 1h33 | 8:20 Mönchengladbach Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Dortmund to Mönchengladbach run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Contemporary art museum on the Abteiberg, known for its architecture and strong collection of post-war and modern works.
Museum inside Schloss Rheydt presenting Renaissance rooms, decorative arts, and local history in a moated palace setting.
Municipal museum focused on textile production, fashion, and industrial heritage, reflecting the region’s manufacturing past.
Large urban park with lakes, lawns, and mature trees. Ideal for gentle walks, picnics, and a quiet break near the centre.
Former racecourse transformed into a broad public parkland. Popular for walking, cycling, events, and open green space.
Historic hill district around the museum and minster, with steps, terraces, and rewarding views over parts of the city.
Rhenish sour-pot roast marinated in vinegar and spices, then braised. A classic Sunday dish across the Lower Rhine with a sweet-savoury gravy.
Mashed potatoes mixed with apple sauce, traditionally served with black pudding or fried sausage. A well-known comfort food in the Rhineland.
Potato pancakes fried until crisp, usually served with apple sauce or beet syrup. Popular at markets and fairs in the Rhineland.
Established local restaurant known for hearty German dishes and seasonal specials in a cosy, unfussy atmosphere.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant serving Rhineland and German classics in a relaxed, historic setting near the old town.
Elegant dining venue in Schloss Rheydt with refined regional cooking and a more formal atmosphere for a special meal.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Cologne or Düsseldorf, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but it is customary to round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up small taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Mönchengladbach Hbf -> Alter Markt, Mönchengladbach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Mönchengladbach trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Mönchengladbach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Rheydt Hbf. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Mönchengladbach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund 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, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park 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: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Dortmund Stadthaus 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: Westermanns Deli, Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. ATMs are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Information desks are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen, Hotel Neuhaus, Cityhotel Dortmund.
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.
Rheydt-Odenkirchen is 5 km from Mönchengladbach city centre. Public transport options include:
Rheydt-Odenkirchen 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: Döner Snack, Bistro Berlin, Dürselen, Akropolis Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Rheydt-Odenkirchen. ATMs are available at Rheydt-Odenkirchen.
Ticket office support is available at Rheydt-Odenkirchen. Information desks are available at Rheydt-Odenkirchen.
Luggage storage is available at Rheydt-Odenkirchen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rheydt-Odenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rheydt-Odenkirchen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rheydt-Odenkirchen.
Nearby hotels include Appartement-Hotel Alt Ruhrfeld.
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