Train from Cologne to Ulm: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Ulm on January 26
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Ulm

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ulm. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
4h 50mAverage Duration
221 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$29 - $233Average Duration21h 20m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$23 - $168Average Duration3h 19m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$23 - $54Average Duration4h 50m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Ulm?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Ulm start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $77. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Ulm?

    The average train ride duration from Cologne to Ulm is 3h 19m, covering a distance of 221 miles (356 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators service the Cologne to Ulm route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Ulm?

    The earliest train departs from Cologne to Ulm at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 11:54pm.

  5. 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 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Ulm?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Ulm?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. 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.

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