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Trip Summary
You can pick from 46 daily train trips between Mönchengladbach and Chemnitz. The average train journey from Mönchengladbach to Chemnitz takes 8 hours and 23 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 7 hours.
Distance | 283 mi (455 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 0m |
Lowest price | €75.46 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Mönchengladbach to Chemnitz?
2 train services operate from Mönchengladbach to Chemnitz. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 31 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 17 | 8h 22m | €117.81 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 31 | 8h 24m | €113.35 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Mönchengladbach to Chemnitz start from €88, and on average cost . Daily there are 31 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Chemnitz. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Mönchengladbach leaves from Mönchengladbach-Genhausen and one other station. And in Chemnitz trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Mönchengladbach to Chemnitz train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 8 hours and 24 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chemnitz faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Mönchengladbach and Chemnitz is approximately 283 miles, or 455 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 23 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours,
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 from Mönchengladbach to Chemnitz are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Mönchengladbach at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 46 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.
Chemnitz
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Named for the river running through the town, Chemnitz is a cultural center in Saxony, close to Germany's border with Czechia. The city was known as Karl-Marx-Stadt before German reunification, and an enormous bronze sculpture of Karl Marx's head reminds visitors of this legacy. Other notable structures in town include the Red Tower, a remnant of the city's 12-century walls, and the striking Altes Rathaus, or Old Town Hall. These two buildings are located close to the city center, with many enticing restaurants and unique shops in between.
You can find even more of Chemnitz's unique architecture in the Kassberg neighborhood, a residential area of 18th-century and 19th-century Art Nouveau buildings. For something a bit more special, check out trunks of petrified wood from Chemnitz petrified forest on display at the Museum of Natural History.
Dresden has the closest passenger airport to Chemnitz, but it is nearly an hour away. So, ground travel is often much more convenient to travel into Chemnitz. Check out cheap bus tickets on local carriers like FlixBus, or experience Germany's reliable rail network on a Deutsche Bahn train trip.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Mönchengladbach?
Main departure station: Herrath
There are two stations in Mönchengladbach where you can board the train to Chemnitz.
All train stations in Mönchengladbach:
Herrath
Mönchengladbach-Genhausen
Where is the train station in Chemnitz?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Chemnitz receives travelers from Mönchengladbach at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Chemnitz:
Train Station
Bus Station
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