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Next departures from Ulm to Essen on 20 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	14:01	Ulm Bahnhof	4h 1m	18:02	Essen Central Train Station
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:01	Ulm Bahnhof	4h 1m	22:02	Essen Central Train Station
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:19	Ulm Bahnhof	6h 26m	00:45	Essen Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:47	Ulm Bahnhof	6h 3m	00:50	Essen Central Train Station
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	19:46	Ulm Bahnhof	5h 6m	00:52	Essen Central Train Station

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just R 634, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

4h 53mAverage duration

401 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 581 - R 2 944	Average duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 634 - R 5 505	Average duration4h 53m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Ulm and Essen?

Ulm

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Ulm Bahnhof
Bahnhofpl. 1, 89073 Ulm, Germany
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Essen

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HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/514 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ulm to Essen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Ulm to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Ulm to Essen start from R 634. The average price for this train route is around R 2 651. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ulm to Essen?
The average train journey time from Ulm to Essen is 4h 53m, covering a distance of 401 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Ulm to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 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 Essen?
The earliest train from Ulm to Essen departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 20:47.
Which is the best train operator from Ulm to Essen?
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 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Ulm to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Ulm to Essen?
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 Ulm to Essen?
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.