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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
156 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
Fast trains
To travel from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf you need to make at least one change.
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15:333h34
Zurich HB19:07Ulm Hbf
£791One-way
1 change
09:334h13
Zurich HB13:46Ulm Hbf
£831One-way
1 change
15:333h34
Zurich HB19:07Ulm Hbf
£791One-way
1 change
09:334h13
Zurich HB13:46Ulm Hbf
£831One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 156 km
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Live departures
Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:33 Zurich HB | 4h13 | 13:46 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
| 15:33 Zurich HB | 3h34 | 19:07 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 09:33 |
Last train 15:33 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Ulm Hbf from £14. 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
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
£20
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 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.
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
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 34m
Cheapest Price
£79
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf train
FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf.
The train distance from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf is 156 km.
Booking trains from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £80, while the average price tends to be around £82.
The train journey from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf covers a distance of 156 km and takes approximately 3h 34m. Trains run 11 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £14.
The first train from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf leaves at 9:33.
The last train from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf departs at 15:33.
Trains from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf run approximately 11 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf.
There is no night train service from Zurich HB to Ulm Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich HB and Ulm Hbf
Zurich
Ulm
The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Ulm.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
26Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
- Cost CHF 12
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
Public transport options for Zürich HB
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
The major train station for arrivals in Ulm is Ulm Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ulm Hbf for your journey to Ulm from Zurich.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
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
- Café Schmizz
- Blauflesch
- Wilder Mann
- Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Hotel
- Hotel Neuthor
- Bäumle
- InterCityHotel Ulm
- Lehrertal Garni
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