What is the cheapest way to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen is to bus which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen is to drive which takes 40 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Mönchengladbach and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mönchengladbach central train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Mönchengladbach and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from MG Hbf /Europaplatz and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Mönchengladbach to Essen?

The distance between Mönchengladbach and Essen is 63 km. The road distance is 61.7 km.

How do I travel from Mönchengladbach to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs €13 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen?

The train from MG Hbf /Europaplatz to Essen Hbf takes 53 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Mönchengladbach to Essen bus from?

Mönchengladbach to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mönchengladbach central train station.

Where do I catch the Mönchengladbach to Essen train from?

Mönchengladbach to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from MG Hbf /Europaplatz station.

Train or bus from Mönchengladbach to Essen?

The best way to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen is to train which takes 53 min and costs €13 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Mönchengladbach to Essen bus arrive?

Mönchengladbach to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Mönchengladbach to Essen train arrive?

Mönchengladbach to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mönchengladbach to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mönchengladbach to Essen is 62 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Mönchengladbach to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Mönchengladbach to Essen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Mönchengladbach to Essen?

Book your Mönchengladbach to Essen bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

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Mönchengladbach to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from MG Hbf /Europaplatz to Essen HbfRe42 / ...
53 min
€13–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mönchengladbach central train station to Essen central train station1304
1h 10m
€7–11
Drive 61.7 km
1. Drive from Mönchengladbach to Essen61.7 km
40 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mönchengladbach to Essen61.7 km
40 min
€180–230

Mönchengladbach to Essen by train

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Distance: 63.3 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Mönchengladbach, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from MG Hbf /Europaplatz to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €13–18 and the journey takes 53 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mönchengladbach central train station to Essen central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 1h 10m. DB Bus also services this route 3 times a week.

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