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Trip Summary
You can pick from 77 daily train trips between Herford and Mönchengladbach. The average train journey from Herford to Mönchengladbach takes 3 hours and 24 minutes, but some DB Intercity-Express train trips are as short as 2 hours and 17 minutes.
| Distance | 116 mi (186 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 17m |
| Lowest price | €30.37 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Herford to Mönchengladbach?
There are 4 train lines with service from Herford to Mönchengladbach. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 46 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 3 | 3h 39m | €49.06 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 46 | 3h 21m | €51.77 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 39 | 3h 30m | €46.04 |
| National Express | 2 | 3h 10m | €30.37 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Herford to Mönchengladbach start from €30, and on average cost . Daily there are 39 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Mönchengladbach. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Herford leaves from Train Station . And in Mönchengladbach trains arrive at Herrath and 5 other train stations.
From Herford to Mönchengladbach train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. If you are looking to get to Mönchengladbach faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 17 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Herford to Mönchengladbach. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Herford at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 77 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Mönchengladbach. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Mönchengladbach to Herford.
City Information
Mönchengladbach
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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 Herford?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Herford.
All train stations in Herford:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Mönchengladbach?
Main arrival station: Mönchengladbach-Lürrip
There are more train stations and stops in Mönchengladbach than most cities. Most trains from Herford will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Mönchengladbach:
Train stations in Mönchengladbach:
Mönchengladbach-Lürrip
Herrath
Wickrath
Rheydt Train Station
Train Station
Rheydt-Odenkirchen
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