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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 18 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Ulm Hbf every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.
ICE 619 · ICE 6990:265h37Cologne Hbf6:03Ulm Hbf£461One-way1 change- ICE 6190:265h49Cologne Hbf6:15Ulm Hbf£461One-way0 changes
- ICE 25 · ICE 9157:534h33Cologne Hbf12:26Ulm Hbf£881One-way1 change
- ICE 1225 · ICE 12559:534h33Cologne Hbf14:26Ulm Hbf£881One-way1 change
- IC 1940 · ICE 5158:534h20Cologne Hbf13:13Ulm Hbf£941One-way1 change
- ICE 9115:253h01Cologne Hbf8:26Ulm Hbf£1041One-way0 changes
- 10909 · ICE 9159:223h04Cologne Hbf12:26Ulm Hbf£1361One-way1 change
- 17406 · ICE 9137:213h05Cologne Hbf10:26Ulm Hbf£1361One-way1 change
- ICE 101 · ICE 5916:543h06Cologne Hbf10:00Ulm Hbf£1321One-way1 change
- ICE 105 · ICE 59510:543h06Cologne Hbf14:00Ulm Hbf£1461One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf 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 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 357 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£56 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £136 Average Price |
4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:56 Cologne Hbf | 7h07 | 5:03 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
| 25407 · ICE 921 · ICE 571 · ICE 267 | On time 3:56 Cologne Hbf | 5h37 | 9:33 Ulm Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 911 | On time 5:25 Cologne Hbf | 3h01 | 8:26 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 511 | On time 5:48 Cologne Hbf | 3h25 | 9:13 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1648 · ICE 513 | On time 6:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h20 | 11:13 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 101 · ICE 591 | On time 6:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h06 | 10:00 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| 17406 · ICE 913 | On time 7:21 Cologne Hbf | 3h05 | 10:26 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 25 · ICE 915 | On time 7:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h33 | 12:26 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 513 | On time 7:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h19 | 11:13 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 1940 · ICE 515 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h20 | 13:13 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| 10909 · ICE 915 | On time 9:22 Cologne Hbf | 3h04 | 12:26 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1225 · ICE 1255 | On time 9:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h33 | 14:26 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 515 | On time 9:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h19 | 13:13 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 2013 · ICE 517 | On time 10:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h20 | 15:13 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 105 · ICE 595 | On time 10:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h06 | 14:00 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1255 | On time 11:18 Cologne Hbf | 3h08 | 14:26 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 357 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 357 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 3:20 |
Last train 23:01 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Ulm Hbf from £16. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Ulm Hbf
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
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