The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Ulm
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Ulm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Ulm will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
To travel from Basel to Ulm you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus
ICE 5326 · ICE 569
ICE 272 · ICE 615
ICE 2558 · ICE 567
ICE 274 · ICE 1069
ICE 5326 · ICE 569
ICE 2558 · ICE 567
ICE 2550 · ICE 565
ICE 274 · ICE 1069
ICE 1067 · ICE 593Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Ulm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Ulm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £242.
Distance: 203 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £299 Average Price |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Ulm train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Ulm trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 70 · ICE 611 | Delayed 14:06 Basel SBB | 4h04 | 18:17 18:17Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 274 · ICE 1069 | On time 15:13 Basel SBB | 3h24 | 18:37 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 579 · EC 197 · RE 3984 | On time 15:33 Basel SBB | 4h05 | 19:38 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 376 · ICE 613 | Delayed 16:07 Basel SBB | 4h03 | 20:37 20:37Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
SBB S6+ RE 3069 · RE 4248 | On time 16:34 Basel SBB | 4h06 | 20:40 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 272 · ICE 1015 | On time 17:13 Basel SBB | 3h57 | 21:10 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 272 · RE 19685 · ICE 2533 | On time 17:13 Basel SBB | 3h45 | 20:58 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 583 · EC 199 · RE 57614 | On time 17:33 Basel SBB | 4h15 | 21:48 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 4 · ICE 2535 | On time 19:13 Basel SBB | 3h45 | 22:58 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 60409 · RE 19037 · MEX 63697 · RE 28099 | On time 20:13 Basel SBB | 4h38 | 00:51 Ulm Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 60402 · ICE 619 | On time 22:13 Basel SBB | 6h36 | 04:49 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| Saturday 15 November | |||||
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 06:09 Basel Bad Bhf | 6h46 | 12:55 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 1 change | |
ICE 1067 · ICE 593 | On time 07:27 Basel SBB | 3h31 | 10:58 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 76 · ICE 515 | On time 08:06 Basel SBB | 4h01 | 12:07 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2550 · ICE 565 | On time 09:13 Basel SBB | 3h21 | 12:34 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 74 · ICE 517 | On time 10:06 Basel SBB | 4h04 | 14:10 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2558 · ICE 567 | On time 11:13 Basel SBB | 3h21 | 14:34 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 72 · ICE 519 | On time 12:06 Basel SBB | 4h04 | 16:10 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 5326 · ICE 569 | On time 13:13 Basel SBB | 3h21 | 16:34 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Ulm
Trains from Basel to Ulm run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 203 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Basel to Ulm trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Basel and Ulm from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Basel to Ulm train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Ulm by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ulm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Ulm
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Café Schmizz
- Blauflesch
- Wilder Mann
- Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
- Hotel Neuthor
- Bäumle
- InterCityHotel Ulm
- Lehrertal Garni
- Bodhi
- Schwarze Henne
- Café Schmizz
- Kornhäusle
- Hotel Neuthor
- Hotel Comfor
- Bäumle
- Stern
- Hirsch
- O sole mio
- Illerbuben
- Adler
- O sole mio
- Adler
- Hirsch
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