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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ulm to Cologne
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ulm to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Cologne will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 10 buses that leave Ulm for Cologne every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 357 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ulm to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £54.
Distance: 357 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price | £154 Average Price |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ulm to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Cologne coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 20:25 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 7h15 | 03:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
 30493 · 50428 | 21:15 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 19h35 | 16:50 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:25 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 6h35 | 05:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:35 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 8h10 | 10:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:55 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 8h10 | 14:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:25 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 7h05 | 15:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| 30489 · 50448 | 09:30 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 19h55 | 05:25 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:30 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 9h10 | 18:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ulm to Cologne
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Buses from Ulm to Cologne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 357 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 357 km |
Average bus duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Ulm to CologneYou can travel by bus between Ulm to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ulm to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm to Cologne by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ulm and Cologne
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
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