The cheapest and fastest trains from Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£52
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 28 m
Trains on 18 Sept
13
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim 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 Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 13 trains from Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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 571 · ICE 2678:001h33Mannheim Hbf9:33Ulm Hbf£401One-way1 change
ICE 9138:561h30Mannheim Hbf10:26Ulm Hbf£451One-way0 changes
ICE 5139:331h40Mannheim Hbf11:13Ulm Hbf£451One-way0 changes
ICE 5918:331h27Mannheim Hbf10:00Ulm Hbf£451One-way0 changes
ICE 56310:031h30Mannheim Hbf11:33Ulm Hbf£511One-way0 changes
ICE 5918:331h27Mannheim Hbf10:00Ulm Hbf£451One-way0 changes
ICE 59512:331h27Mannheim Hbf14:00Ulm Hbf£581One-way0 changes
ICE 59310:331h27Mannheim Hbf12:00Ulm Hbf£511One-way0 changes
ICE 9138:561h30Mannheim Hbf10:26Ulm Hbf£451One-way0 changes
ICE 56310:031h30Mannheim Hbf11:33Ulm Hbf£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 163 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf costing on average £47.
Other travel options to Ulm Hbf take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 21m.
You'll arrive about 1h 3m sooner (1h 40m by train vs 2h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 571 · ICE 267 | On time 8:00 Mannheim Hbf | 1h33 | 9:33 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 591 | On time 8:33 Mannheim Hbf | 1h27 | 10:00 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 913 | On time 8:56 Mannheim Hbf | 1h30 | 10:26 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 513 | On time 9:33 Mannheim Hbf | 1h40 | 11:13 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 563 | On time 10:03 Mannheim Hbf | 1h30 | 11:33 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 593 | Delayed 8:37 10:33Mannheim Hbf | 1h27 | 12:00 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 915 | On time 10:56 Mannheim Hbf | 1h30 | 12:26 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 515 | On time 11:33 Mannheim Hbf | 1h40 | 13:13 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 575 · ICE 565 | On time 12:00 Mannheim Hbf | 1h33 | 13:33 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 595 | On time 12:33 Mannheim Hbf | 1h27 | 14:00 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 225 | On time 12:56 Mannheim Hbf | 1h30 | 14:26 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 517 | On time 13:33 Mannheim Hbf | 1h40 | 15:13 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf
Trains from Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 20:33 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Mannheim Hbf and Ulm Hbf from £9. 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: Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim 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 Mannheim Hbf and Ulm Hbf
Most Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Ulm Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Mannheim Hbf and Ulm Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Mannheim Hbf from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim Hbf train station facilities and services
Mannheim Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
Getting to Ulm Hbf from Ulm city centre
Ulm Hbf train station facilities and services
Ulm Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Schmizz, Blauflesch, Wilder Mann, Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Hbf. ATMs are available at Ulm Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Hbf. Information desks are available at Ulm Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ulm Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ulm Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Bäumle, InterCityHotel Ulm, Lehrertal Garni.

