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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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 | Ulm Bahnhof | Hamburg Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
| Ulm Bahnhof | Hamburg Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Ulm | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
agilis + DB Fernverkehr | Ulm Bahnhof | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Ulm Bahnhof | Hamburg Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Ulm to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 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 Ulm and Hamburg?
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany - D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ulm to Hamburg 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 Ulm to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Ulm to Hamburg start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $242. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Ulm to Hamburg?
The average train trip from Ulm to Hamburg takes 7h 33m and covers 573 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Ulm to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ulm to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Ulm to Hamburg departs at 6:20am. The latest train departs at 10:03pm.
What is the best train operator from Ulm to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Ulm to Hamburg?
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 Ulm to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Ulm to Hamburg?
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 Ulm to Hamburg was searched and found on Jun 17, 2026 with a price of $32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ulm to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $419 for a train ticket from Ulm to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-06-17.
