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- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£106
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
6 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
6 h 20 m
Trains on 05 Sept
28
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 £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Fast trains
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 28 trains from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 573 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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 514 · ICE 7016:476h42Ulm Hbf23:29Hamburg Hbf£451One-way1 change- ICE 51416:477h28Ulm Hbf0:15Hamburg Hbf£451One-way0 changes
- ICE 512 · ICE 1541+
8285618:4711h18Ulm Hbf6:05Hamburg Hbf£631One-way2 changes - ICE 6181:168h59Ulm Hbf10:15Hamburg Hbf£691One-way0 changes
- ICE 562 · ICE 57416:206h09Ulm Hbf22:29Hamburg Hbf£901One-way1 change
- ICE 562 · ICE 57416:206h09Ulm Hbf22:29Hamburg Hbf£901One-way1 change
- ICE 225 · ICE 128414:286h11Ulm Hbf20:39Hamburg Hbf£1211One-way1 change
- ICE 118 · ECE 415:036h26Ulm Hbf21:29Hamburg Hbf£901One-way1 change
- ICE 598 · ICE 57812:016h28Ulm Hbf18:29Hamburg Hbf£1051One-way1 change
- ICE 596 · ICE 57614:016h28Ulm Hbf20:29Hamburg Hbf£1051One-way1 change
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 an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, while a flight costs an average of £127.
Distance: 573 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price | £127 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 28m Average total duration 11h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is a coach with an average price of £43.
This is compared to other travel options from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average £75.
A coach is £84 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average £127.
The fastest way to travel from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 13m.
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 14m.
Coach takes on average 11h 58m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ulm Hbf and Hamburg Hbf including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £75 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-48.91. The journey takes 7h 14m versus 6h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 562 · ICE 574 | On time 16:20 Ulm Hbf | 6h09 | 22:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 514 · ICE 70 | On time 16:47 Ulm Hbf | 6h42 | 23:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 514 | On time 16:47 Ulm Hbf | 7h28 | 0:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 2824 · ICE 572 | On time 18:01 Ulm Hbf | 6h29 | 0:30 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 592 · ICE 572 | On time 18:01 Ulm Hbf | 6h29 | 0:30 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 512 · IC 2347 · ICE 1541+82856 | On time 18:47 Ulm Hbf | 11h18 | 6:05 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 512 · ICE 1541+82856 | On time 18:47 Ulm Hbf | 11h18 | 6:05 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 590 · ICE 100 · ICE 1541+82856 | On time 20:01 Ulm Hbf | 10h04 | 6:05 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 2804 · ICE 100 · ICE 1541+82856 | On time 20:01 Ulm Hbf | 10h04 | 6:05 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 510 · ICE 272 · ICE 920 | On time 20:47 Ulm Hbf | 10h03 | 6:50 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 510 · ICE 522 · ICE 920 | On time 20:47 Ulm Hbf | 10h03 | 6:50 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 693 · ICE 1080 | On time 22:02 Ulm Hbf | 8h55 | 6:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| ICE 618 | On time 1:16 Ulm Hbf | 8h59 | 10:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 618 · ICE 78+ 24301 | On time 1:16 Ulm Hbf | 8h13 | 9:29 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1014 · ICE 774 | On time 5:33 Ulm Hbf | 6h56 | 12:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 614 | On time 6:47 Ulm Hbf | 7h28 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 614 · ECE 8 | On time 6:47 Ulm Hbf | 6h42 | 13:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 692 · ICE 772 | On time 7:59 Ulm Hbf | 6h30 | 14:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 612 · ICE 74 | On time 8:47 Ulm Hbf | 6h42 | 15:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 612 | On time 8:47 Ulm Hbf | 7h28 | 16:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 591 · ICE 1206 · ICE 680 | On time 10:02 Ulm Hbf | 6h55 | 16:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 610 · ICE 6 | On time 10:47 Ulm Hbf | 6h42 | 17:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 610 | On time 10:47 Ulm Hbf | 7h28 | 18:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 598 · ICE 578 | On time 12:01 Ulm Hbf | 6h28 | 18:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 518 · ICE 72 | On time 12:47 Ulm Hbf | 6h42 | 19:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 518 | On time 12:47 Ulm Hbf | 7h28 | 20:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 119 · ICE 1626 · ICE 786 | On time 12:57 Ulm Hbf | 7h00 | 19:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 596 · ICE 576 | On time 14:01 Ulm Hbf | 6h28 | 20:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 225 · ICE 1284 | On time 14:28 Ulm Hbf | 6h11 | 20:39 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 516 | On time 14:47 Ulm Hbf | 7h28 | 22:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 118 · ECE 4 | On time 15:03 Ulm Hbf | 6h26 | 21:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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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 5 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:33, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 573 km distance in 6h 9m.
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 £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 3:33 |
Last train 23:16 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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 £18. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
6h 9m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£18
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.
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.
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.
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
What's included in each class
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
- Power plugs
- WC
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
6h 56m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £75.
The train journey from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf covers a distance of 573 km and takes approximately 6h 9m. Trains run 5 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 3:33.
The last train from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf departs at 23:16.
Trains from Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run approximately 5 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 £18.
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 9m, 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ulm Hbf and Hamburg Hbf
Most Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Ulm Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Ulm Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Ulm
Arrival train stations in Hamburg
Ulm HbfUlm Hbf, Bahnhofplatz 1, 89073 Ulm
City-centre transport
Getting to Ulm Hbf from Ulm city centre
Bus46 · 9m · £3 · every ~1 min
Tram1 · 3m · £3 · every ~11 min
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.
Hamburg HbfHachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS5, S3, S1 · 2m · £3 · every ~44 min
BusX35, 16, 606, 17, 6 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
SubwayU4, U2 · 1m · £2 · every ~33 min
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Most popular train connections from Ulm Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Hamburg Hbf and Ulm Hbf
Most popular train connections to Hamburg Hbf
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