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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Hbf | Ulm Bahnhof | Cheapest | ||||
| Train
| Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Ulm Bahnhof | Fastest | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Ulm Bahnhof | No tags | ||||
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| Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Ulm Bahnhof | No tags | ||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf | Ulm Bahnhof | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Ulm Bahnhof | No tags | ||||
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| Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Ulm Bahnhof | No tags | ||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf | Ulm Bahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Ulm
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Ulm. The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 426, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Ulm?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Ulm by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Ulm?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Ulm start at ZAR 489. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,672. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Ulm?
The average train trip from Cologne to Ulm takes 3h 28m and covers 357 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Ulm route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 35 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Ulm?
The earliest train from Cologne to Ulm departs at 6:41am. The latest train departs at 11:53pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Ulm?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Ulm?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Ulm?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Ulm?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Ulm was searched and found on Oct 6, 2026 with a price of ZAR 599To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Ulm, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 599 to ZAR 4,403 for a train ticket from Cologne to Ulm based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 713 which is on 2026-10-12.
