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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 39 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Mönchengladbach and Essen Hbf?

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 Hbf?

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 Hbf?

The distance between Mönchengladbach and Essen Hbf is 63 km. The road distance is 61.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf 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 Hbf?

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 Hbf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf 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 Hbf bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mönchengladbach and Essen Hbf?

Essen Hbf is 1h behind Mönchengladbach. It is currently 8:17 PM in Mönchengladbach and 7:17 PM in Essen Hbf.

Where does the Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf is 61 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf.

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

Book your Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2307+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf 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 Mönchengladbach central train station to Essen central train station1304
1h 10m
€7–11
Drive 61.2 km
1. Drive from Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf61.2 km
39 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf61.2 km
39 min
€180–220
Bus via Essen Hbf
1. Take the bus from MG Hbf /Europaplatz to Essen HbfRe42 / ...
2h 19m
€9–12

Mönchengladbach to Essen Hbf by train

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Distance: 63.3 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Mönchengladbach, Germany and Essen Hbf, 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, 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.

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