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Trip Summary
You can pick from 19 daily train trips between Mönchengladbach and Munster. The average train journey from Mönchengladbach to Munster takes 6 hours and 27 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 5 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 199 mi (320 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 24m |
| Lowest price | €24.78 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Mönchengladbach to Munster
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: €41 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: €27 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: €25 one-way
Which train should you take from Mönchengladbach to Munster?
There are 3 train lines with service from Mönchengladbach to Munster. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 9 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 5h 53m | €40.33 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 9 | 6h 23m | €44.69 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 12 | 6h 38m | €43.84 |
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 Mönchengladbach to Munster start from €25, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Munster. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Mönchengladbach leaves from Rheydt-Odenkirchen and one other station. And in Munster trains arrive at Munster(Örtze) .
From Mönchengladbach to Munster train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 38 minutes. If you are looking to get to Munster faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 24 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Mönchengladbach and Munster is approximately 199 miles, or 320 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 24 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Mönchengladbach to Munster. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Mönchengladbach 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 19 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.
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 Mönchengladbach?
Main departure station: Rheydt-Odenkirchen
There are two stations in Mönchengladbach where you can board the train to Munster.
All train stations in Mönchengladbach:
Rheydt-Odenkirchen
Wickrath
Where is the train station in Munster?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Munster(Örtze)
Munster(Örtze) is a rural train station in the small town of Munster, east of Bremen. The station is served regularly by trains heading to Soltau, Uelzen, and Langwedel. The station doesn't have any amenities besides the platform, but Munster is relatively small, so the station is within walking distance of a few shops, restaurants, and bakeries. LIDL, Aldi, and Edeka supermarkets are also in the town center. On the other side of the station is the beautiful Fluggenhofsee lake, with a large park and a beach.
Train stations in Munster:
Munster(Örtze)
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