Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train with Deutsche Bahn

Fri 18 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    20:411h09
    Mönchengladbach Hbf
    21:50Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    20:541h17
    Mönchengladbach Hbf
    22:11Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    21:541h17
    Mönchengladbach Hbf
    23:11Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    22:541h19
    Mönchengladbach Hbf
    0:13Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    £221One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen

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

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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

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30m

Additional time*

2h 41m

Average total duration

2h 11m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is a coach with an average price of £7.

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.

The fastest way to travel from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Mönchengladbach Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

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 prices and tickets Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen

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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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Mönchengladbach Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£19
Deutsche Bahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • WC
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • WC

FAQs: Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The train from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen takes 1h 5m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is 59 km.
The first train from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen leaves at 23:54.
The last train from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen departs at 23:54.
Trains from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run approximately 1 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.
To get from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.
The cheapest way to get from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Mönchengladbach Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen

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.

Departure train stations in Mönchengladbach
Arrival train stations in Cologne
Mönchengladbach HbfMönchengladbach Hbf, Europaplatz 1, 41061 MönchengladbachWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Mönchengladbach Hbf from Mönchengladbach city centre

Mönchengladbach Hbf is 1 km from Mönchengladbach city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus097, 019, 009, 002 · 5m · every ~19 min
Sb1, 097, 019, 009, 005, 002 · 6m · every ~25 min

Mönchengladbach Hbf train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Subway, Xiclo, Zum Kapuziner

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Mönchengladbach Hbf. ATMs are available at Mönchengladbach Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Mönchengladbach Hbf. Information desks are available at Mönchengladbach Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Mönchengladbach Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Mönchengladbach Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Mönchengladbach Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Mönchengladbach Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Mercure Parkhotel, Palazzo Hotel, Fair Hotel, Hotel Burgund.

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