The cheapest and fastest trains from Ulm to Arnhem
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£137
Fastest journey
6 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 56 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm to Arnhem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Arnhem will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
To travel from Ulm to Arnhem you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 516 · IC 1941 · 26833+
27792
ICE 612 · IC 1947 · 25424 · ICE 722
ICE 610 · ICE 1645 · IC 1148 · Bus RE19X
ICE 518 · IC 2012 · 26829+
27788
ICE 591 · ICE 1204 · ICE 680 · ICE 142
ICE 598 · ICE 108 · 89887 · Bus NL-X
ICE 596 · ICE 106 · 89891 · Bus NL-X
ICE 690 · ICE 200 · 89883 · Bus NL-X
ICE 692 · ICE 202 · 89879 · Bus NL-X
ICE 518 · 89889 · Bus NL-XTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ulm to Arnhem
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Arnhem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a flight costs an average of £221.
Distance: 493 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£118 Average Price | £256 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 38m Average total duration 20h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ulm to Arnhem train times
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Arnhem trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 692 · ICE 202 · 89879 · Bus NL-X | On time 06:59 Ulm Hbf | 6h55 | 13:54 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
ICE 612 · 89881 · Bus NL-X | On time 07:47 Ulm Hbf | 7h07 | 14:54 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
ICE 612 · IC 1947 · 25424 · ICE 722 | On time 07:47 Ulm Hbf | 9h07 | 16:54 Arnhem station | 5 changes | |
ICE 690 · ICE 200 · 89883 · Bus NL-X | On time 09:01 Ulm Hbf | 6h53 | 15:54 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
ICE 591 · ICE 1204 · ICE 680 · ICE 142 | On time 09:02 Ulm Hbf | 9h17 | 18:19 Arnhem station | 4 changes | |
ICE 610 · 89885 · Bus NL-X | On time 09:47 Ulm Hbf | 7h07 | 16:54 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
ICE 610 · ICE 1645 · IC 1148 · Bus RE19X | On time 09:47 Ulm Hbf | 8h38 | 18:25 Arnhem station | 4 changes | |
ICE 598 · ICE 108 · 89887 · Bus NL-X | On time 11:01 Ulm Hbf | 6h53 | 17:54 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
ICE 518 · 89889 · Bus NL-X | On time 11:47 Ulm Hbf | 7h07 | 18:54 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
ICE 518 · IC 2012 · 26829+ 27788 | On time 11:47 Ulm Hbf | 8h38 | 20:25 Arnhem station | 5 changes | |
ICE 596 · ICE 106 · 89891 · Bus NL-X | On time 13:01 Ulm Hbf | 6h53 | 19:54 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
ICE 516 · IC 1941 · 26833+ 27792 | On time 13:46 Ulm Hbf | 8h39 | 22:25 Arnhem station | 5 changes | |
ICE 516 · ICE 1254 · IC 3670 | On time 13:46 Ulm Hbf | 7h21 | 21:07 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ulm to Arnhem
Trains from Ulm to Arnhem run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:16, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 493 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 493 km |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 01:16 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Ulm to Arnhem trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Ulm and Arnhem from £42. 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: Ulm to Arnhem train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm to Arnhem 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 Arnhem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ulm and Arnhem
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main entrance.
- Restaurant Verheyden
- Dudok Arnhem
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Holiday Inn Express Arnhem
- Hotel Haarhuis
- Best Western Plus Hotel Haarhuis
- Located in the main hall
- 5,000 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Line 1, Line 3, Line 5
- Train: NS services
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