The cheapest and fastest trains from Ulm to Munich
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Munich will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 9 trains that leave Ulm for Munich every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
EC 217
ICE 911
ICE 991
ICE 511
ICE 511
EC 217
ICE 911
ICE 991
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ulm to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 121 km
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1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Ulm to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Munich trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 991 | On time 07:01 Ulm Hbf | 1h17 | 08:18 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:07 Ulm Hbf | 1h31 | 08:38 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:07 Ulm Hbf | 1h49 | 08:56 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 911 | On time 07:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h16 | 08:28 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 3691 · RE 78914 | On time 07:17 Ulm Hbf | 1h48 | 09:05 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 57133 · RE 57037 | On time 07:19 Ulm Hbf | 2h01 | 09:20 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 511 | On time 08:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h14 | 09:26 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 267 | On time 08:36 Ulm Hbf | 1h13 | 09:49 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 591 | Delayed 09:02 09:01Ulm Hbf | 1h12 | 10:13 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 913 | On time 09:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h14 | 10:26 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 3695 · RE 78920 | On time 09:17 Ulm Hbf | 1h47 | 11:04 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 57141 · RE 57045 | On time 09:18 Ulm Hbf | 2h02 | 11:20 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 513 | On time 10:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h14 | 11:26 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 563 | On time 10:36 Ulm Hbf | 1h13 | 11:49 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 593 | On time 11:01 Ulm Hbf | 1h12 | 12:13 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 915 | On time 11:13 Ulm Hbf | 1h13 | 12:26 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 3699 · RE 78926 | On time 11:17 Ulm Hbf | 1h48 | 13:05 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 115 | On time 11:56 Ulm Hbf | 1h15 | 13:11 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 515 | On time 12:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h14 | 13:26 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 565 | On time 12:36 Ulm Hbf | 1h13 | 13:49 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 595 | Delayed 13:03 13:01Ulm Hbf | 1h13 | 14:14 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 225 | On time 13:11 Ulm Hbf | 1h16 | 14:27 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 3983 · RE 78934 | On time 13:17 Ulm Hbf | 1h48 | 15:05 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 219 | On time 13:56 Ulm Hbf | 1h14 | 15:10 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 517 | On time 14:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h14 | 15:26 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 567 | On time 14:36 Ulm Hbf | 1h13 | 15:49 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 597 | On time 15:00 Ulm Hbf | 1h16 | 16:16 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:07 Ulm Hbf | 1h31 | 16:38 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:07 Ulm Hbf | 1h50 | 16:57 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 117 | On time 15:57 Ulm Hbf | 1h13 | 17:10 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 519 | On time 16:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h14 | 17:26 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 569 | On time 16:36 Ulm Hbf | 1h13 | 17:49 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1219 | On time 17:01 Ulm Hbf | 1h11 | 18:12 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1011 | On time 17:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h15 | 18:27 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 3993 · RE 78950 | On time 17:17 Ulm Hbf | 1h49 | 19:06 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1291 | On time 17:56 Ulm Hbf | 1h14 | 19:10 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 611 | On time 18:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h17 | 19:29 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1069 | On time 18:39 Ulm Hbf | 1h17 | 19:56 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 691 | Delayed 19:03 19:01Ulm Hbf | 1h12 | 20:13 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1013 | On time 19:12 Ulm Hbf | 1h14 | 20:26 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ulm to Munich
Trains from Ulm to Munich run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Westbahn, agilis, Go-Ahead Bayern GmbH from Ulm to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, Westbahn, agilis, Go-Ahead Bayern GmbH trains will get you between Ulm and Munich from £7. 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.
TGV
Westbahn
agilis
Go-Ahead Bayern GmbH
FAQs: Ulm to Munich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ulm and Munich
- 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
- Bodhi
- Schwarze Henne
- Café Schmizz
- Kornhäusle
- Hotel Neuthor
- Hotel Comfor
- Bäumle
- Stern
- Hirsch
- O sole mio
- Illerbuben
- Adler
- O sole mio
- Adler
- Hirsch
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
- 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 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Peaches
- Subway
- Café Arnulfpark
- Hahn
- Citadines Arnulfpark
- Ibis München City Arnulfpark
- Novotel München City Arnulfpark
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