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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.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Mönchengladbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 24 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Mönchengladbach:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Mönchengladbach costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Mönchengladbach take longer:
Coach takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (25m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £4 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn.
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.
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Mönchengladbach run on average 1 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:04, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 20m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 1:04 |
Last train 22:54 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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 Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Mönchengladbach trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Mönchengladbach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wickrath. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Mönchengladbach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf-Bilk is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf-Bilk 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: Zur Pfeffermühle, Pizzeria Da Gino, Rohbau, Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Nearby hotels include Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City, Günnewig Hotel Esplanade, Novum Hotel Flora, Hotel Niku.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
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.
Wickrath is 6 km from Mönchengladbach city centre. Public transport options include:
Wickrath 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: Cafe Restaurant Schloss Wickrath, Sushi-house Oddugi, Irodion, Nemrut
Wi-Fi is available at Wickrath. ATMs are available at Wickrath.
Ticket office support is available at Wickrath. Information desks are available at Wickrath.
Luggage storage is available at Wickrath. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wickrath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wickrath: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wickrath.
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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