1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 59 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m 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 Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 11m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 7m by car). Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £10 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.
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 23:54, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 23:54 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen 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 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trains use the Mönchengladbach Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Mönchengladbach Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen 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: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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