Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Ulm | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Ulm Bahnhof | Fastest | |||||
DB Regio NRW + HLB + DB Fernverkehr | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Ulm Bahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Ulm Bahnhof | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Baden-Württemberg | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Ulm Bahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dortmund to Ulm
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Ulm. The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Ulm?
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Ulm?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Ulm start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dortmund to Ulm?
The average train trip from Dortmund to Ulm takes 5h 7m and covers 391 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Ulm route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Ulm?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Ulm departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 11:09pm.
What is the best train operator from Dortmund 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 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Ulm?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dortmund to Ulm?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Ulm was searched and found on Jun 9, 2026 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Ulm, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $407 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Ulm based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-06-09.
