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Mönchengladbach - Ellwangen Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are 426 daily trains from Mönchengladbach to Ellwangen. Traveling by train from Mönchengladbach to Ellwangen usually takes around 6 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 53 minutes.

Distance224 mi (361 km)
Fastest train4h 53m
Lowest price$77.61
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Mönchengladbach to Ellwangen?

2 train services operate from Mönchengladbach to Ellwangen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 422 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn4226h 29m$176.86
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company47h 36m$146.96
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Mönchengladbach to Ellwangen start from $81, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Ellwangen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Mönchengladbach leaves from Mönchengladbach Hbf . And in Ellwangen trains arrive at Schrezheim .

    From Mönchengladbach to Ellwangen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Ellwangen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 53 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Mönchengladbach and Ellwangen is approximately 224 miles, or 361 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 53 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Trains departing from Mönchengladbach to Ellwangen tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Mönchengladbach at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 426 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Ellwangen to Mönchengladbach.

City Information

Mönchengladbach

Monchengladbach - DEMNH-0

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Monchengladbach - DEMNH-1

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Monchengladbach - DEMNH-2

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Situated halfway between Düsseldorf and the Dutch border in the west of Germany, Mönchengladbach is best known for its football team and the famous Borussia-Park stadium where the team plays. However, Mönchengladbach also has a diverse cultural heritage, a rich art scene, and many green spaces for entertaining any non-Bundesliga fans who visit.

Experience Mönchengladbach's artistic culture at the Abteiberg Museum. Filled with contemporary and modern art, the Abteiberg has become an icon due to its vast collection of enviable art, including works by Franz Marc, Man Ray, and Marcel Duchamp. A gorgeous sculpture garden also makes the museum worth a stop.

If you prefer something a bit more historical, head to the Schloss Rheydt. This stunning moated palace, rebuilt during the Renaissance with the arches and facades on view today, dates to the year 1060. Various tours take place daily, displaying weapons, works of art, and exhibitions. Keep your eyes peeled for the fabulous peacocks wandering the grounds!

Mönchengladbach's rail connections offer travel to Duisburg, Düsseldorf, and Cologne. From these bigger cities, you can transfer to long-distance trains that traverse most of Europe. Intercity buses also serve Mönchengladbach, with regional routes offered by FlixBus and Sindbad.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Mönchengladbach?

Main departure station: Herrath

Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 8 stops and stations in Mönchengladbach where you can board the train.

All train stations in Mönchengladbach:

  • Herrath

  • Train Station

  • Rheydt Train Station

  • Mönchengladbach-Genhausen

  • Wickrath

  • Mönchengladbach-Rheindahlen

  • Mönchengladbach-Lürrip

  • Rheydt-Odenkirchen

Where is the train station in Ellwangen?

Main arrival station: Schrezheim

Ellwangen receives travelers from Mönchengladbach at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Ellwangen:

  • Schrezheim

  • Train Station

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