Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf

Showing times and prices for 05 Jun

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£98

Fastest journey

6 h 47 m

Average duration

6 h 56 m

Trains per day

35

Distance

573 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 35 trains that leave Ulm Hbf for Hamburg Hbf every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 573 km distance in an average of 6 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 698 · ICE 778
    0:019h14
    Ulm Hbf
    9:15Hamburg Hbf
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 618 · ICE 78
    1:168h58
    Ulm Hbf
    10:14Hamburg Hbf
    £341One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 510 · ICE 920
    20:4710h21
    Ulm Hbf
    7:08Hamburg Hbf
    £511One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 510 · ICE 920
    20:4710h21
    Ulm Hbf
    7:08Hamburg Hbf
    £511One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 990 · 19686 · IC 60470
    22:019h59
    Ulm Hbf
    8:00Hamburg Hbf
    £541One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £45.

Distance: 573 km

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Coach
Flight

£74

Average Price

£44

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Cheapest

£138

Average Price

7h 44m

Average total duration

7h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 29m

Average total duration

9h 59m

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4h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

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Live departures

Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 692 · ICE 1670 · ICE 772
Delayed
6:01 7:59Ulm Hbf
7h19
15:18 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
TGVTGV 9576+Deutsche BahnICE 772
On time
8:04 Ulm Hbf
7h14
15:18 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
TGVTGV 9576+Deutsche Bahn19062 · ICE 682
On time
8:04 Ulm Hbf
7h32
15:36 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 6128:47 Ulm Hbf
7h45
16:32 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 612 · ICE 13 · ICE 74
On time
8:47 Ulm Hbf
7h27
16:14 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 2090 · 19064 · ICE 880
On time
9:03 Ulm Hbf
7h33
16:36 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 568 · ICE 770
On time
10:20 Ulm Hbf
6h58
17:18 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
agilis84129+Deutsche BahnICE 788
On time
10:47 Ulm Hbf
7h49
18:36 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 61010:47 Ulm Hbf
7h50
18:37 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1094 · 19068 · ICE 788
On time
11:03 Ulm Hbf
7h33
18:36 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 566 · ICE 57812:20 Ulm Hbf
6h58
19:18 Hamburg Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 518 · ICE 315 · ICE 72
On time
12:47 Ulm Hbf
7h27
20:14 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 518
On time
12:47 Ulm Hbf
7h45
20:32 Hamburg Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 210 · 19072 · ICE 786
On time
13:03 Ulm Hbf
7h33
20:36 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 564 · ICE 576
On time
14:20 Ulm Hbf
6h58
21:18 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 225 · ICE 1284 · ICE 586
On time
14:33 Ulm Hbf
7h04
21:37 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 516
On time
14:47 Ulm Hbf
7h45
22:32 Hamburg Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 516 · ICE 17 · ECE 4
On time
14:47 Ulm Hbf
7h27
22:14 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 118 · 19076 · ICE 784
On time
15:03 Ulm Hbf
7h33
22:36 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 562 · ICE 574
On time
16:20 Ulm Hbf
7h10
23:30 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 514
On time
16:47 Ulm Hbf
7h45
0:32 Hamburg Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 514 · ICE 276 · ICE 70
On time
16:47 Ulm Hbf
7h45
0:32 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 514 · ICE 9563 · ICE 70
On time
16:47 Ulm Hbf
7h45
0:32 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1095 · ICE 1502 · ICE 900
On time
16:57 Ulm Hbf
8h05
1:02 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 266 · ICE 572
On time
18:20 Ulm Hbf
7h08
1:28 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 510 · ICE 920
On time
20:47 Ulm Hbf
10h21
7:08 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 510 · ICE 920
On time
20:47 Ulm Hbf
10h21
7:08 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 613 · ICE 108021:15 Ulm Hbf
10h00
7:15 Hamburg Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 990 · S3 · IC 60470
On time
22:01 Ulm Hbf
9h59
8:00 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes
Friday 5 June
Deutsche BahnICE 698 · ICE 7780:01 Ulm Hbf
9h14
9:15 Hamburg Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 618 · ICE 78
On time
1:16 Ulm Hbf
8h58
10:14 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 6181:16 Ulm Hbf
9h16
10:32 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 886+agilis84267
Delayed
4:57 4:53Ulm Hbf
7h43
12:36 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1068 · ICE 774
On time
6:20 Ulm Hbf
6h59
13:19 Hamburg Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 6146:47 Ulm Hbf
7h49
14:36 Hamburg Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1096 · 19060 · ICE 882
On time
7:03 Ulm Hbf
7h33
14:36 Hamburg Hbf		2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf

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Trains from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. 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 00:16, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 573 km distance in 6h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
573 km
Average train duration
7h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
6h 25m
First train
0:16
Last train
23:16
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Ulm Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 28m
Cheapest Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 56m
Cheapest Price
£86
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg 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 Hamburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £74.
The train journey from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf covers a distance of 573 km and takes approximately 6h 25m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is 573 km.
The first train from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 0:16.
The last train from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf departs at 23:16.
Trains from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Ulm Hbf and Hamburg Hbf. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of southern Germany, including the Swabian Jura, before transitioning to the charming countryside and bustling cities of northern Germany.
A day trip from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is not feasible due to the travel duration of 6h 25m, despite the availability of 8 trains per day covering a distance of 573 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ulm Hbf and Hamburg Hbf

Ulm
Hamburg
The major train station for departures in Ulm is Ulm Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ulm Hbf for your trip from Ulm to Hamburg.
Ulm HbfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Ulm Hbf, Bahnhofplatz 1, 89073 Ulm
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
Dining
Dining
  • Café Schmizz
  • Blauflesch
  • Wilder Mann
  • Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Neuthor
  • Bäumle
  • InterCityHotel Ulm
  • Lehrertal Garni

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