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 €8 - €12 and takes 2h 15m.

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 MG Hbf /Europaplatz and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

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 every 30 minutes, 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 every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Mönchengladbach to Essen bus from?

Mönchengladbach to Essen bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from MG Hbf /Europaplatz 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 €8 - €12 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Mönchengladbach to Essen bus arrive?

Mönchengladbach to Essen bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Essen Hbf 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?

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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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from MG Hbf /Europaplatz to Essen HbfRe42 / ...
53 min
€13–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from MG Hbf /Europaplatz to Essen HbfRe42 / ...
2h 15m
€8–12
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 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €13–18 and the journey takes 53 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from MG Hbf /Europaplatz to Essen Hbf 6 times a week. Tickets cost €9–12 and the journey takes 2h 15m. FlixBus also services this route 5 times a week.

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